PC requirements

Prototype 2 System Requirements

Prototype 2 needs at least Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6GHz, AMD Phenom X3 8750, 2 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT with 512 MB RAM, ATI Radeon HD 4850 with 512 MB RAM graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core 2 Quad 2.7 GHz or better, AMD Phenom II X4 3 GHz or better, 4 GB of RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (1GB) or better, ATI Radeon HD 5850 (1GB) or better graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
Prototype 2 minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Windows® XP / Vista / 7 Windows 7
Processor Intel Core 2 Duo 2.6GHz, AMD Phenom X3 8750 Intel Core 2 Quad 2.7 GHz or better, AMD Phenom II X4 3 GHz or better
Memory 2 GB RAM 4 GB
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT with 512 MB RAM, ATI Radeon HD 4850 with 512 MB RAM NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (1GB) or better, ATI Radeon HD 5850 (1GB) or better
Storage 10 GB —
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Other platforms

Prototype 2 is also available on these systems, where hardware is fixed and no per-PC check is needed:

Quick answers

Running Prototype 2 on PC

Can my PC run Prototype 2?
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 Prototype 2 need?
10 GB
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.