Can I Run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

Last updated: 29 March 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN? On this page you will find METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN system requirements for PC (Windows). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

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Can my PC run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

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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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METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN Windows Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 ( OS Required)
OS
Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 ( OS Required)
Processor
Processor
Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) ; Quad-core
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
DirectX
DirectX
Version 11
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
Storage
28 GB
Storage
28 GB
Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Sound Card
DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card (Surround Sound 5.1)

METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 ( OS Required) operating system. Your processor should be Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) ; Quad-core or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2GB) (DirectX 11 card Required). You also have to have 28 GB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 ( OS Required). Recommended CPU would be Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) ; Quad-core CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 8 GB or more. And video card — NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required).

Game Details

Ushering in a new era for the METAL GEAR franchise with cutting-edge technology powered by the Fox Engine, METAL GEAR SOLID V: The Phantom Pain, will provide players a first-rate gaming experience as they are offered tactical freedom to carry out open-world missions.

Release date
1 September, 2021
Required age
18+
OpenCritic Score
92.06/100
Categories
Single-player, Multi-player
Genres
Action, Adventure
Supported languages
English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese*, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian
* languages with full audio support
Developers
Konami Digital Entertainment
Publishers
Konami Digital Entertainment
Official website
metalgearsolid.com
Support website
konami.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

You would be able to run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN 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:

Can I play METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN with 3 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN. The minimum RAM is 4 GB.

Can I play METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN with 4 GB of RAM?

Yes, METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN can run with 4 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN need?

You need at least 4 GB of RAM to run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN on PC, but 8 GB is recommended.

What processor do I need for METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) ; Quad-core is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN.

How many GB is METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

At least 28 GB of disk space is required to install METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

You need NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2GB) (DirectX 11 card Required) or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

Windows 7x64, Windows 8x64, Windows 10x64 ( OS Required) or newer.

Does METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN require a 64-bit OS and processor?

Yes, METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN needs a 64-bit processor and operating system.

What DirectX do I need to run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?

Version 11 or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN release date?

METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN release date is 1 September, 2021.

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