PC requirements

Hammerwatch System Requirements

Hammerwatch needs at least 1.8 GHz, 1 GB RAM and OpenGL 1.4 Compatible graphics. For the recommended experience you want Any dual core, 1 GB RAM and OpenGL 2.0 Compatible graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
Hammerwatch minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8
Processor 1.8 GHz Any dual core
Memory 1 GB RAM 1 GB RAM
Graphics OpenGL 1.4 Compatible OpenGL 2.0 Compatible
Storage 300 MB available space 300 MB available space
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Other platforms

Hammerwatch is also available on these systems, where hardware is fixed and no per-PC check is needed:

Quick answers

Running Hammerwatch on PC

Can my PC run Hammerwatch?
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 Hammerwatch need?
300 MB 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.