PC requirements
Game Dev Tycoon System Requirements
Game Dev Tycoon needs at least 2 GHz dual core, 2 GB RAM and Hardware Accelerated Graphics with dedicated memory graphics. For the recommended experience you want 4 GB RAM and Hardware Accelerated Graphics with 1GB memory graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP SP3 | Windows 7/8 |
| Processor | 2 GHz dual core | — |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Hardware Accelerated Graphics with dedicated memory | Hardware Accelerated Graphics with 1GB memory |
| Additional notes | minimum resolution of 1024x768 | — |
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Other platforms
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Quick answers
Running Game Dev Tycoon on PC
Can my PC run Game Dev Tycoon?
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 Game Dev Tycoon need?
Storage requirements are not published for this title yet.
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.