PC requirements
Flashback System Requirements
Flashback needs at least Core 2 Duo E4400 2.0GHz or Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 4200+, 1 GB RAM and 256 MB DirectX® 9 / Radeon HD 2600XT or GeForce 7600 GS graphics. For the recommended experience you want Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4GHz or Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 5600+, 2 GB RAM and 512 MB DirectX® 9 / Radeon HD 3470 or GeForce 8600GT graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows® XP SP3 / Windows® Vista SP2 | Windows® XP SP3 / Windows® Vista SP2 |
| Processor | Core 2 Duo E4400 2.0GHz or Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 4200+ | Core 2 Duo E6600 2.4GHz or Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 5600+ |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 256 MB DirectX® 9 / Radeon HD 2600XT or GeForce 7600 GS | 512 MB DirectX® 9 / Radeon HD 3470 or GeForce 8600GT |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 9.0c |
| Storage | 3 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
| Additional notes | DirectX 9.0-compliant sound card | DirectX 9.0-compliant sound card |
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Other platforms
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Quick answers
Running Flashback on PC
Can my PC run Flashback?
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 Flashback need?
3 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.