PC requirements
Watch Dogs 2 System Requirements
Watch Dogs 2 needs at least Intel Core i5 2400s @ 2.5 GHz, AMD FX 6120 @ 3.5 GHz or better, 6 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 with 2 GB VRAM or AMD Radeon HD 7870, with 2 GB VRAM or better - See supported List* graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2 GHz, AMD FX 8120 @ 3.9 GHz, 8 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 | AMD Radeon R9 290, with 3GB VRAM or better - See supported List* graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Originally released for Windows 7, the game can be played on Windows 10 and Windows 11 OS | Originally released for Windows 7, the game can be played on Windows 10 and Windows 11 OS |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 2400s @ 2.5 GHz, AMD FX 6120 @ 3.5 GHz or better | Intel Core i5 3470 @ 3.2 GHz, AMD FX 8120 @ 3.9 GHz |
| Memory | 6 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 with 2 GB VRAM or AMD Radeon HD 7870, with 2 GB VRAM or better - See supported List* | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 | AMD Radeon R9 290, with 3GB VRAM or better - See supported List* |
| Storage | 27 GB available space | 27 GB available space |
| Additional notes | DirectX compatible using the latest drivers | DirectX-compatible using the latest drivers |
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Quick answers
Running Watch Dogs 2 on PC
Can my PC run Watch Dogs 2?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does Watch Dogs 2 need?
27 GB available space
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.