PC requirements
Highguard System Requirements
Highguard needs at least Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen R5 1600, 8 GB RAM and Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB / AMD RX 580 8 GB graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i5-9600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600, 12 GB RAM and Nvidia RTX 2080 8 GB / AMD RX 6650 XT 8 GB graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen R5 1600 | Intel Core i5-9600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB / AMD RX 580 8 GB | Nvidia RTX 2080 8 GB / AMD RX 6650 XT 8 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 25 GB available space | 25 GB available space |
| Additional notes | SSD | NVMe SSD |
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Other platforms
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Quick answers
Running Highguard on PC
Can my PC run Highguard?
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 Highguard need?
25 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.