2013 · Action, Adventure, Indie, Horror, Survival
Outlast System Requirements
FPS · estimate
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- This is
- an estimate, not a benchmark
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System requirements
| Specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 - 64 bits * | Windows Vista / 7 / 8 - 64 bits |
| Processor | 2.2 GHz Dual Core CPU | 2.8 GHz Quad Core CPU |
| Graphics | 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX / ATI Radeon HD 3xxx series | 1GB NVIDIA GTX 460 / ATI Radeon HD 6850 or better |
| Memory | 2 GB | 3 GB |
| Storage | 5 GB | 5 GB |
| DirectX | 9.0c | 9.0c |
Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.
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Common questions
What are the minimum requirements for Outlast?
2.2 GHz Dual Core CPU or equivalent, 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX / ATI Radeon HD 3xxx series, 2 GB of RAM and 5 GB of free space on Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 - 64 bits *.
What hardware is recommended for Outlast?
Red Barrels recommends 2.8 GHz Quad Core CPU, 1GB NVIDIA GTX 460 / ATI Radeon HD 6850 or better and 3 GB of RAM.
How do I check whether my PC can run Outlast?
Use the check on this page. It reads your graphics card, CPU threads and memory from the browser and shows the preset, resolution and expected frame rate — no download and no sign-up.
What frame rate should I aim for in Outlast?
60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.