Can I Run Gothic® 3?
Piranha Bytes · 2009
A nameless hero becomes a legend! Myrtana, a world in upheaval: overrun by orcs from the dark lands in the north, King Rhobar is defending Vengard, the former stronghold of the humans, with his last troop of followers.
Can You Run Gothic® 3?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Gothic® 3’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Gothic® 3 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | 3D graphics card with 128 MB Ram and Shader 1.4 | 3D graphics cardwith 256 MB (NVIDIA GeForce 6800 equivalent or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Pentium 4 or AMD CPU 2 GHz or equivalent | Intel Pentium 3.0 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 4000+ |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP/2000/Vista/7/8/10/11 | Windows 7/8/10/11 |
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? →Gothic® 3 is a demanding action 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
Want your exact FPS? Enter your CPU, GPU and resolution.
Check My PC →Can I run Gothic® 3 on my graphics card?
Pick your GPU for a straight yes-or-no, an FPS estimate at every resolution, and the settings to run.
Gothic® 3 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Gothic® 3, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP/2000/Vista/7/8/10/11 | Windows 7/8/10/11 |
| Processor | Intel Pentium 4 or AMD CPU 2 GHz or equivalent | Intel Pentium 3.0 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 4000+ |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 3D graphics card with 128 MB Ram and Shader 1.4 | 3D graphics cardwith 256 MB (NVIDIA GeForce 6800 equivalent or better |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 9.0c |
| Storage | 5 GB available space | 5 GB available space |
Show the full Steam listingHide the full Steam listing
Minimum
OS *: Windows XP/2000/Vista/7/8/10/11 Processor: Intel Pentium 4 or AMD CPU 2 GHz or equivalent Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 3D graphics card with 128 MB Ram and Shader 1.4 DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7/8/10/11 Processor: Intel Pentium 3.0 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 4000+ Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 3D graphics cardwith 256 MB (NVIDIA GeForce 6800 equivalent or better DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX compatible
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Gothic® 3 — FAQ
Can I run Gothic® 3?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Gothic® 3. 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 Gothic® 3?+
Gothic® 3 needs at least a Intel Pentium 4 or AMD CPU 2 GHz or equivalent processor, a 3D graphics card with 128 MB Ram and Shader 1.4 graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 5 GB available space of storage, running Windows XP/2000/Vista/7/8/10/11.
Can Gothic® 3 run without a graphics card?+
No — Gothic® 3 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: 3D graphics card with 128 MB Ram and Shader 1.4).
How much RAM does Gothic® 3 need?+
Gothic® 3 officially requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM, with 4GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
More games to check
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.