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Can my PC run Black Mesa?
Released 2020 · ACTION · Metacritic 84 · Supports DLSS 2
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System Requirements (from Steam)
Minimum
- OS
- Windows® 10 or Newer
- CPU
- 2.6 Dual Core Processor or Greater
- GPU
- 2 GB Dedicated Video Card or Greater
- RAM
- 6 GB
- Storage
- 20 GB
- DirectX
- v9.0
Recommended
- OS
- Windows® 10 or Newer
- CPU
- 3.2 Quad Core Processor or Greater
- GPU
- 4 GB Dedicated Video Card or Greater
- RAM
- 8 GB
- Storage
- 20 GB
- DirectX
- v9.0
Frequently Asked
Can my PC run Black Mesa?
Black Mesa (2020) requires at least 2.6 Dual Core Processor or Greater, 2 GB Dedicated Video Card or Greater, and 6 GB RAM at minimum settings. Use the picker below to check your specific hardware.
What FPS can I expect in Black Mesa?
FPS varies by resolution and GPU. Pick your hardware below to see predicted FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K with DLSS, FSR, and Frame Generation.
Does Black Mesa support DLSS or FSR?
Yes — Black Mesa supports DLSS 2.