Can I Run Life is Strange 2?
DONTNOD Entertainment · 2018
After a tragic incident, brothers Sean and Daniel Diaz run away from home. Fearing the police, and dealing with Daniel's new telekinetic power, the boys head to Mexico. Each stop on their journey brings new friends and new challenges.
Can You Run Life is Strange 2?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Life is Strange 2’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Life is Strange 2 — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7770 2GB | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB or AMD Radeon R9 280X 3GB |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core i3-2100 (3.1GHz) or AMD Phenom X4 945 (3.0GHz) | Intel Core i5 3470, (3.20 Ghz) or AMD FX-8350, (4.00 Ghz) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 6 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 7 or above (64-bit Operating System Required) | Windows 10 64-bit |
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? →Life is Strange 2 is a demanding adventure game from 2018. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 90 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 40 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 170 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying. It's also free to play, so testing it on your hardware costs nothing.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–44 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~80–100 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~155–185 FPS
Excellent
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Life is Strange 2 System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Life is Strange 2, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 or above (64-bit Operating System Required) | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i3-2100 (3.1GHz) or AMD Phenom X4 945 (3.0GHz) | Intel Core i5 3470, (3.20 Ghz) or AMD FX-8350, (4.00 Ghz) |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7770 2GB | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB or AMD Radeon R9 280X 3GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 40 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows 7 or above (64-bit Operating System Required) Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 (3.1GHz) or AMD Phenom X4 945 (3.0GHz) Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7770 2GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 40 GB available space Additional Notes: Please note that 32-bit operating systems will not be supported
Recommended
OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5 3470, (3.20 Ghz) or AMD FX-8350, (4.00 Ghz) Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 4GB or AMD Radeon R9 280X 3GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 40 GB available space Additional Notes: Please note that 32-bit operating systems will not be supported
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Life is Strange 2 — FAQ
Can I run Life is Strange 2?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 90 FPS at 1080p in Life is Strange 2. Budget GPUs get about 40 FPS and high-end GPUs around 170 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 Life is Strange 2?+
Life is Strange 2 needs at least a Intel Core i3-2100 (3.1GHz) or AMD Phenom X4 945 (3.0GHz) processor, a Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7770 2GB graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 40 GB available space of storage, running Windows 7 or above (64-bit Operating System Required).
Can Life is Strange 2 run without a graphics card?+
No — Life is Strange 2 is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7770 2GB).
How much RAM does Life is Strange 2 need?+
Life is Strange 2 officially requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM, with 6GB 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.