Can I Run Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game?
Black Isle Studios · 2009
Fallout® 2 is the sequel to the critically acclaimed game that took RPG'ing out of the dungeons and into a dynamic, apocalyptic retro-future. It's been 80 long years since your ancestors trod across the wastelands.
Can You Run Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | SVGA DirectX®: Any DirectX | SVGA DirectX®: Any DirectX |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Pentium 90Mhz or faster | Pentium 90Mhz or faster |
| RAM | 16 GB | — | — |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows | Windows |
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? →Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game is a demanding rpg game from 2009. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 81 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 36 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 154 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
~75–90 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~140–170 FPS
Excellent
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Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows |
| Processor | Pentium 90Mhz or faster |
| Memory | 16 MB |
| Graphics | SVGA DirectX®: Any DirectX |
| Storage | 565 MB Sound: DirectSound or SoundBlaster Compatible |
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Minimum
OS: Windows Processor: Pentium 90Mhz or faster Memory: 16 MB Graphics: SVGA DirectX®: Any DirectX Hard Drive: 565 MB Sound: DirectSound or SoundBlaster Compatible
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game — FAQ
Can I run Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game. Budget GPUs get about 36 FPS and high-end GPUs around 154 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 Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game?+
Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game needs at least a Pentium 90Mhz or faster processor, a SVGA DirectX®: Any DirectX graphics card, 565 MB Sound: DirectSound or SoundBlaster Compatible of storage, running Windows.
Can Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game run without a graphics card?+
No — Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: SVGA DirectX®: Any DirectX).
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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.