Can I Run Horizon?

Last updated: 24 November 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run Horizon? On this page you will find Horizon 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 Horizon 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: Horizon

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Can my PC run Horizon?

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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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Horizon Windows Requirements

Horizon system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows XP SP3
OS
Windows 10 / 8.x / 7
Processor
Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHz
Processor
Intel Core i3 / i5/i7 or AMD equivalent
Memory
Memory
2 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
512 MB Video Card w/Pixel Shader 3.0 Support
Graphics
DirectX
DirectX
9.0c
DirectX
9.0c
Storage
Storage
5 GB HD space
Storage
5 GB HD space
Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX 9.0c-compatible
Sound Card
DirectX 9.0c-compatible

Horizon minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows XP SP3 operating system. Your processor should be Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHz or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 2 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be 512 MB Video Card w/Pixel Shader 3.0 Support. You also have to have 5 GB HD space free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for Horizon for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 10 / 8.x / 7. Recommended CPU would be Intel Core i3 / i5/i7 or AMD equivalent CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 4 GB or more. And video card — 1 GB ATI 4800 series, 1 GB NVIDIA 9800.

Game Details

Horizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets.

Release date
6 February, 2021
Category
Single-player
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Supported languages
English*, German*, Polish*, Spanish - Spain, French, Russian
* languages with full audio support
Developer
L3O Interactive
Publisher
L3O Interactive
Official website
HorizonGame.com
Support website
forum.l3o.com
Support website
[email protected]
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Horizon?

You would be able to run Horizon 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 SP3
  • Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB
  • Graphics: 512 MB Video Card w/Pixel Shader 3.0 Support
  • DirectX: 9.0c
  • Storage: 5 GB HD space
  • Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c-compatible

Can I play Horizon with 1 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play Horizon. The minimum RAM is 2 GB.

Can I play Horizon with 2 GB of RAM?

Yes, Horizon can run with 2 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does Horizon need?

You need at least 2 GB of RAM to run Horizon on PC, but 4 GB is recommended.

What processor do I need for Horizon?

Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.0 GHz is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Horizon.

How many GB is Horizon?

At least 5 GB HD space of disk space is required to install Horizon on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Horizon?

You need 512 MB Video Card w/Pixel Shader 3.0 Support or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Horizon?

Windows XP SP3 or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Horizon?

9.0c or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Horizon on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is Horizon release date?

Horizon release date is 6 February, 2021.

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