PC requirements
Sid Meier's Pirates! System Requirements
Sid Meier's Pirates! needs at least 1.0 GHz Processor, 512 MB RAM and 100% DirectX compatible graphics graphics. For the recommended experience you want 1.5 GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM and 100% DirectX compatible graphics graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP / Vista / 7 | Windows 7 |
| Processor | 1.0 GHz Processor | 1.5 GHz Processor |
| Memory | 512 MB RAM | 1 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 100% DirectX compatible graphics | 100% DirectX compatible graphics |
| Storage | 100 MB available space | 100 MB available space |
| Additional notes | 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound | 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound |
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Quick answers
Running Sid Meier's Pirates! on PC
Can my PC run Sid Meier's Pirates!?
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 Sid Meier's Pirates! need?
100 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.