Can I Run The Novelist?

Last updated: 30 July 2024

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

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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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The Novelist Windows Requirements

The Novelist system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows XP SP2 or higher
OS
Windows 7
Processor
Processor
1.8 GHz
Processor
2 GHz
Memory
Memory
2 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
256 MB VRAM video card
Graphics
512 MB VRAM video card
Storage
Storage
800 MB
Storage

The Novelist minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows XP SP2 or higher operating system. Your processor should be 1.8 GHz or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 2 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be 256 MB VRAM video card. You also have to have 800 MB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for The Novelist for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 7. Recommended CPU would be 2 GHz CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 4 GB or more. And video card — 512 MB VRAM video card.

The Novelist Mac Requirements

The Novelist system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
OS X Lion (10.7) or higher
OS
OS X Mountain Lion (10.8)
Processor
Processor
1.8 GHz
Processor
2 GHz
Memory
Memory
2 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
256 MB VRAM video card
Graphics
512 MB VRAM video card
Storage
Storage
800 MB
Storage

As for Mac OS, The Novelist requirements here start with OS X Lion (10.7) or higher operating system. Processor needs to be at least 1.8 GHz. 2 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be 256 MB VRAM video card. Finally, the game needs 800 MB of free disk space.

As for recommended OS, it is OS X Mountain Lion (10.8). 2 GHz processor is recommended. Plus, 4 GB of RAM. Your video card should be 512 MB VRAM video card.

The Novelist Linux Requirements

The Novelist system requirements for Linux
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
Processor
Processor
1.8 GHz
Processor
2 GHz
Memory
Memory
2 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
256 MB VRAM video card
Graphics
512 MB VRAM video card
Storage
Storage
800 MB
Storage
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Built with Unity 4.3.4, tested in Ubuntu 12.04 and 13.10
Additional Notes

Processor should be 1.8 GHz or higher. For RAM you need 2 GB or more. Graphics card should be 256 MB VRAM video card or better. 15GB of free disk space is a must.

As for the processor/CPU, use 2 GHz or equivalent. Add 4 GB or more of RAM to it. And make sure you have 512 MB VRAM video card graphics card.

Game Details

The Novelist asks one central question: can you achieve your dreams without pushing away the people you love? The game focuses on Dan Kaplan, a novelist struggling to write the most important book of his career while trying to be the best husband and father he can be.

Release date
10 December, 2021
OpenCritic Score
68.08/100
Category
Single-player
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Casual
Supported languages
English*
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Orthogonal Games
Official website
thenovelistgame.com
Support website
thenovelistgame.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run The Novelist?

You would be able to run The Novelist 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 SP2 or higher
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB
  • Graphics: 256 MB VRAM video card
  • Storage: 800 MB

Minimum requirements for Mac are:

  • OS: OS X Lion (10.7) or higher
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB
  • Graphics: 256 MB VRAM video card
  • Storage: 800 MB

Minimum requirements for Linux are:

  • Processor: 1.8 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB
  • Graphics: 256 MB VRAM video card
  • Storage: 800 MB
  • Additional Notes: Built with Unity 4.3.4, tested in Ubuntu 12.04 and 13.10

Can I play The Novelist with 1 GB of RAM?

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

Can I play The Novelist with 2 GB of RAM?

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

How much RAM does The Novelist need?

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

On Mac it requires minimum 2 GB, with 4 GB recommended.

And on Linux/SteamOS: 2 GB minimum, and 4 GB recommended.

What processor do I need for The Novelist?

1.8 GHz is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run The Novelist.

How many GB is The Novelist?

At least 800 MB of disk space is required to install The Novelist on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for The Novelist?

You need 256 MB VRAM video card or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play The Novelist?

Windows XP SP2 or higher or newer.

Can I run The Novelist on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play The Novelist on my Mac?

Yes, The Novelist supports Mac if it meets the following minimum requirements:

  • OS: OS X Lion (10.7) or higher
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB
  • Graphics: 256 MB VRAM video card
  • Storage: 800 MB

Can I run The Novelist on Linux/SteamOS?

Yes, you can play The Novelist on Steam OS/Linux. Please see requirements above.

When is The Novelist release date?

The Novelist release date is 10 December, 2021.

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