Can I Run Layers of Fear?

Last updated: 20 December 2024

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

Test your PC to see if it will run Layers of Fear 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: Layers of Fear

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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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Layers of Fear Windows Requirements

Layers of Fear system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Windows 7
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
DirectX
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
Storage
5 GB
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Supported Gamepads: Microsoft Xbox 360 Games for Windows (Wired), Microsoft Xbox One Controller (Wired), Sony PS4 DualShock 4 controller (wired), Steam Controller

Layers of Fear minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows 7 operating system. Your processor should be Intel Core2 Quad Q8400 or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 1GB / Radeon R7 250X 1GB. You also have to have 5 GB free disk space to install the game.

Layers of Fear Mac Requirements

Layers of Fear system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
10.12 (Sierra)
Processor
Processor
2.3GHz Intel Core i5
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Storage
Storage
5 GB
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Supported Gamepads: Xbox 360 for Windows controller (wired) and the Xbox One controller (wired)

As for Mac OS, Layers of Fear requirements here start with 10.12 (Sierra) operating system. Processor needs to be at least 2.3GHz Intel Core i5. 4 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be ATI Radeon HD 5770 1GB VRAM / Nvidia GeForce 750M / Intel HD 6100. Finally, the game needs 5 GB of free disk space.

Layers of Fear Linux Requirements

Layers of Fear system requirements for Linux
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Steam OS, Ubuntu 14.04 and 15.10
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Storage
Storage
5 GB
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Supported Gamepads: Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller for Windows (Wired), Steam Controller

If you’re on Linux, minimum requirements include Steam OS, Ubuntu 14.04 and 15.10. Processor should be Intel Core i5 3470 or higher. For RAM you need 4 GB or more. Graphics card should be GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB or better. 15GB of free disk space is a must.

Game Details

Layers of Fear is a first-person psychedelic horror game with a heavy focus on story and exploration. Players take control of a painter whose sole purpose is to finish his Magnum Opus. The player must navigate through both a constantly changing Victorian-era mansion and ghastly visions of the painter’s fragile and crumbling psyche.

Release date
15 February, 2021
OpenCritic Score
74.69/100
Category
Single-player
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Supported languages
English*, Italian, Polish, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Korean
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Bloober Team SA
Publisher
Aspyr
Official website
layersoffear.com
Support website
support.aspyr.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Layers of Fear?

You would be able to run Layers of Fear 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:

Minimum requirements for Mac are:

Minimum requirements for Linux are:

  • OS: Steam OS, Ubuntu 14.04 and 15.10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 3470
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 660 Ti 2GB
  • Storage: 5 GB
  • Additional Notes: Supported Gamepads: Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller for Windows (Wired), Steam Controller

Can I play Layers of Fear with 3 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play Layers of Fear. The minimum RAM is 4 GB.

Can I play Layers of Fear with 4 GB of RAM?

Yes, Layers of Fear can run with 4 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does Layers of Fear need?

You need at least 4 GB of RAM to run Layers of Fear on PC.

On Mac it requires minimum 4 GB.

And on Linux/SteamOS: 4 GB minimum.

What processor do I need for Layers of Fear?

Intel Core2 Quad Q8400 is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Layers of Fear.

How many GB is Layers of Fear?

At least 5 GB of disk space is required to install Layers of Fear on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Layers of Fear?

You need NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 1GB / Radeon R7 250X 1GB or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Layers of Fear?

Windows 7 or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Layers of Fear?

Version 11 or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Layers of Fear on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play Layers of Fear on my Mac?

Yes, Layers of Fear supports Mac if it meets the following minimum requirements:

Can I run Layers of Fear on Linux/SteamOS?

Yes, you can play Layers of Fear on Steam OS/Linux. Please see requirements above.

When is Layers of Fear release date?

Layers of Fear release date is 15 February, 2021.

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