Can I Run Need for Speed: Shift?

Last updated: 5 July 2024

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

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Can I run it: Need for Speed: Shift

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Can my PC run Need for Speed: Shift?

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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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Need for Speed: Shift Windows Requirements

Need for Speed: Shift system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Windows XP (Service Pack 3) / Windows Vista (Service Pack 2) / Windows 7
Processor
Processor
1.6GHz Intel Core2 or faster/AMD X2 3800+ or faster
Memory
Memory
(Windows XP) 1 GB; (Windows Vista/Windows 7) 1.5 GB
Graphics
Graphics
256 MB Video Card, with support for Pixel Shader 3.0*
DirectX
DirectX
DirectX 9.0c compatible
Storage
Storage
6 GB
Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX 9.0c compatible
Controller support
Controller support
USB Steering Wheel/Dual Analog Gamepad
Online Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
512 Kbps or faster; 2-8 players

Need for Speed: Shift minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows XP (Service Pack 3) / Windows Vista (Service Pack 2) / Windows 7 operating system. Your processor should be 1.6GHz Intel Core2 or faster/AMD X2 3800+ or faster or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is (Windows XP) 1 GB; (Windows Vista/Windows 7) 1.5 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be 256 MB Video Card, with support for Pixel Shader 3.0*. You also have to have 6 GB free disk space to install the game.

Game Details

Need for Speed™ SHIFT is an award-winning authentic racing game that combines the true driver’s experience with real-world physics, pixel-perfect car models, and a wide range of authentic race tracks. Need for Speed SHIFT takes players in a different direction to create a simulation experience that replicates the true feeling of driving...

Release date
6 October, 2021
Categories
Single-player, Multi-player
Genre
Racing
Supported languages
English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Italian, Polish, Russian
* languages with full audio support
Developers
Slightly Mad Studios
Publishers
Electronic Arts
Official website
shift.needforspeed.com
Support website
help.ea.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Need for Speed: Shift?

You would be able to run Need for Speed: Shift 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 (Service Pack 3) / Windows Vista (Service Pack 2) / Windows 7
  • Processor: 1.6GHz Intel Core2 or faster/AMD X2 3800+ or faster
  • Memory: (Windows XP) 1 GB; (Windows Vista/Windows 7) 1.5 GB
  • Graphics: 256 MB Video Card, with support for Pixel Shader 3.0*
  • DirectX: DirectX 9.0c compatible
  • Storage: 6 GB
  • Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible
  • Controller support: USB Steering Wheel/Dual Analog Gamepad
  • Online Multiplayer: 512 Kbps or faster; 2-8 players

How much RAM does Need for Speed: Shift need?

You need at least (Windows XP) 1 GB; (Windows Vista/Windows 7) 1.5 GB of RAM to run Need for Speed: Shift on PC.

What processor do I need for Need for Speed: Shift?

1.6GHz Intel Core2 or faster/AMD X2 3800+ or faster is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Need for Speed: Shift.

How many GB is Need for Speed: Shift?

At least 6 GB of disk space is required to install Need for Speed: Shift on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Need for Speed: Shift?

You need 256 MB Video Card, with support for Pixel Shader 3.0* or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Need for Speed: Shift?

Windows XP (Service Pack 3) / Windows Vista (Service Pack 2) / Windows 7 or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Need for Speed: Shift?

DirectX 9.0c compatible or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Need for Speed: Shift on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is Need for Speed: Shift release date?

Need for Speed: Shift release date is 6 October, 2021.

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