Can I Run Descent?

Last updated: 2 October 2021

You must be wondering, can my PC run Descent? On this page you will find Descent system requirements for PC (Windows). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

Test your PC to see if it will run Descent or check system requirement details for CPU, operating system, graphics and sound cards, required disk space and more for each of the supported platforms.

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Can I run it: Descent

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Can my PC run Descent?

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  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s CPU name will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Processor’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. In the opened menu click on ‘Device Manager’
  3. In ‘Device Manager’ click on the arrow next to ‘Display adapters’
  4. Under the drop-down, you will see the GPU that your computer is using

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s RAM will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Installed RAM’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. You can see if Windows is 64 or 32 bit under ‘System type’
  4. You can see Windows version under ‘Windows edition’

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Descent Windows Requirements

Descent system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Windows xp, 7, 8
Processor
Processor
1 Gigahertz or faster
Memory
Memory
1 GB
Graphics
Graphics
3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7
DirectX
DirectX
Version 7.0
Network
Network
Broadband Internet connection
Storage
Storage
32 MB
Sound Card
Sound Card
Sound Blaster Compatible
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Please visit Interplay's support site for the optimal settings for Descent 3's setup.

Descent minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows xp, 7, 8 operating system. Your processor should be 1 Gigahertz or faster or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 1 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7. You also have to have 32 MB free disk space to install the game.

Game Details

Prepare To Start Your Descent.Sensory overload in 360° 3-D.Welcome to Descent™ - 27 levels of the most mind-bending, stomach-churning action game ever. Featuring true 3-Dimensional worlds with light source shading, texture mapping, 3-D morphing, directional sound effects and sizzling music, this is technology taken to the limit.

Release date
11 February, 2021
Categories
Single-player, Multi-player
Genre
Action
Supported languages
English*
* languages with full audio support
Developers
Parallax
Publishers
Interplay Inc.
Official website
interplay.com
Support website
interplay.com
Support website
[email protected]
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Descent?

You would be able to run Descent on your PC if it meets minimum requirements below. You can also use our free test tool to check it!

Minimum requirements for Windows are:

  • OS: Windows xp, 7, 8
  • Processor: 1 Gigahertz or faster
  • Memory: 1 GB
  • Graphics: 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7
  • DirectX: Version 7.0
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 32 MB
  • Sound Card: Sound Blaster Compatible
  • Additional Notes: Please visit Interplay's support site for the optimal settings for Descent 3's setup.

Can I play Descent with 1 GB of RAM?

Yes, Descent can run with 1 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does Descent need?

You need at least 1 GB of RAM to run Descent on PC.

What processor do I need for Descent?

1 Gigahertz or faster is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Descent.

How many GB is Descent?

At least 32 MB of disk space is required to install Descent on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Descent?

You need 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Descent?

Windows xp, 7, 8 or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Descent?

Version 7.0 or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Descent on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is Descent release date?

Descent release date is 11 February, 2021.

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