PC requirements
Bayonetta System Requirements
Bayonetta needs at least Core i3 3220, 4 GB RAM and Radeon HD6950 / GeForce GTX 570 (VRAM 768MB) graphics. For the recommended experience you want Core i5 4460, 8 GB RAM and Radeon HD7870 / Geforce GTX 760 or more (VRAM 2GB or more) graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 (8.1)/ 10 | Windows 7 / 8 (8.1)/ 10 |
| Processor | Core i3 3220 | Core i5 4460 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Radeon HD6950 / GeForce GTX 570 (VRAM 768MB) | Radeon HD7870 / Geforce GTX 760 or more (VRAM 2GB or more) |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 9.0c |
| Storage | 20 GB available space | 20 GB available space |
| Additional notes | Microsoft no longer supports Windows 10 or older versions | Microsoft no longer supports Windows 10 or older versions |
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Quick answers
Running Bayonetta on PC
Can my PC run Bayonetta?
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 Bayonetta need?
20 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.