Can I Run BioShock™ 2 Remastered?
2K Marin · 2016
In BioShock 2, you step into the boots of the most iconic denizen of Rapture, the Big Daddy, as you explore through the decrepit and beautiful fallen city, chasing an unseen foe in search of answers and your own survival.
Can You Run BioShock™ 2 Remastered?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against BioShock™ 2 Remastered’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run BioShock™ 2 Remastered — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | 2GB AMD Radeon HD 7770 / 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 | 2GB ATI Radeon HD 7970, 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel E6750 Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz / AMD Athlon X2 2.7 GHZ | 3GHz Quad-Core |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7 Service Pack 1 64-bit. Platform Update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 | Windows 7 Service Pack 1 64-bit. Platform Update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 |
Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.
Estimated FPS at 1080p
GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →BioShock™ 2 Remastered is a demanding action game from 2016. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 79 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 36 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 150 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~32–40 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~70–85 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~135–165 FPS
Excellent
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BioShock™ 2 Remastered System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for BioShock™ 2 Remastered, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 Service Pack 1 64-bit. Platform Update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 | Windows 7 Service Pack 1 64-bit. Platform Update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 |
| Processor | Intel E6750 Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz / AMD Athlon X2 2.7 GHZ | 3GHz Quad-Core |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 2GB AMD Radeon HD 7770 / 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 | 2GB ATI Radeon HD 7970, 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 or better |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 25 GB available space | 25 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 Service Pack 1 64-bit. Platform Update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Processor: Intel E6750 Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz / AMD Athlon X2 2.7 GHZ Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 2GB AMD Radeon HD 7770 / 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device Additional Notes: Software installations required including DirectX and Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 2012 Redistributable Package. Some system components such as mobile chipsets, integrated, and AGP graphics c
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 Service Pack 1 64-bit. Platform Update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Processor: 3GHz Quad-Core Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: 2GB ATI Radeon HD 7970, 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 or better DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Device
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
BioShock™ 2 Remastered — FAQ
Can I run BioShock™ 2 Remastered?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 79 FPS at 1080p in BioShock™ 2 Remastered. Budget GPUs get about 36 FPS and high-end GPUs around 150 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.
What are the minimum system requirements for BioShock™ 2 Remastered?+
BioShock™ 2 Remastered needs at least a Intel E6750 Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz / AMD Athlon X2 2.7 GHZ processor, a 2GB AMD Radeon HD 7770 / 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 25 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7 Service Pack 1 64-bit. Platform Update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1.
Can BioShock™ 2 Remastered run without a graphics card?+
No — BioShock™ 2 Remastered is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 2GB AMD Radeon HD 7770 / 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670).
How much RAM does BioShock™ 2 Remastered need?+
BioShock™ 2 Remastered officially requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM, with 8GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.