Can I Run The Outer Worlds?

Last updated: 26 December 2024

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

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Can my PC run The Outer Worlds?

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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 Outer Worlds Windows Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

The Outer Worlds system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows 7 (SP1) 64bit
OS
Windows 10 64bit
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Storage
Storage
40 GB
Storage
40 GB

The Outer Worlds minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows 7 (SP1) 64bit operating system. Your processor should be Intel Core i3-3225 or AMD Phenom II X6 1100T or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be Nvidia GTX 650 Ti or AMD HD 7850. You also have to have 40 GB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for The Outer Worlds for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 10 64bit. Recommended CPU would be Intel Core i7-7700K or Ryzen 5 1600 CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 8 GB or more. And video card — GeForce GTX 1060 6GB or Radeon RX 470.

Game Details

The Outer Worlds is an award-winning single-player RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Private Division. As you explore a space colony, the character you decide to become will determine how this player-driven story unfolds. In the colony's corporate equation, you are the unplanned variable.

Release date
23 October, 2021
Required age
16+
OpenCritic Score
82.46/100
Category
Single-player
Genre
RPG
Supported languages
English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Portuguese - Brazil, Simplified Chinese
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Obsidian Entertainment
Publisher
Private Division
Official website
theouterworlds.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run The Outer Worlds?

You would be able to run The Outer Worlds 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 The Outer Worlds with 3 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play The Outer Worlds. The minimum RAM is 4 GB.

Can I play The Outer Worlds with 4 GB of RAM?

Yes, The Outer Worlds can run with 4 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does The Outer Worlds need?

You need at least 4 GB of RAM to run The Outer Worlds on PC, but 8 GB is recommended.

What processor do I need for The Outer Worlds?

Intel Core i3-3225 or AMD Phenom II X6 1100T is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run The Outer Worlds.

How many GB is The Outer Worlds?

At least 40 GB of disk space is required to install The Outer Worlds on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for The Outer Worlds?

You need Nvidia GTX 650 Ti or AMD HD 7850 or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play The Outer Worlds?

Windows 7 (SP1) 64bit or newer.

Does The Outer Worlds require a 64-bit OS and processor?

Yes, The Outer Worlds needs a 64-bit processor and operating system.

Can I run The Outer Worlds on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is The Outer Worlds release date?

The Outer Worlds release date is 23 October, 2021.

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