Can I Run Magicka?
Arrowhead Game Studios · 2011
Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.
Can You Run Magicka?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Magicka’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Magicka — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 (Integrated Video Cards not recommended) DirectX®: DirectX 9 Sound: DirectX-compatible sound card Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. DSL Internet connection for multiplayer. .NET 3.5 required | NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 (Integrated Video Cards not recommended) DirectX®: DirectX 9 Sound: DirectX-compatible sound card Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. DSL Internet connection for multiplayer. .NET 3.5 required |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ | Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP/Vista/7 (32- or 64-bit) | Windows XP/Vista/7 (32- or 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? →Magicka is a demanding action game from 2011. 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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Magicka System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Magicka, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP/Vista/7 (32- or 64-bit) |
| Processor | Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 (Integrated Video Cards not recommended) DirectX®: DirectX 9 Sound: DirectX-compatible sound card Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. DSL Internet connection for multiplayer. .NET 3.5 required |
| Storage | 2 GB Available Space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows XP/Vista/7 (32- or 64-bit) Processor: Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ Memory: 2 GB RAM Hard Disk Space: 2 GB Available Space Video Card: NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 (Integrated Video Cards not recommended) DirectX®: DirectX 9 Sound: DirectX-compatible sound card Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. DSL Internet connection for multiplayer. .NET 3.5 required
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Magicka — FAQ
Can I run Magicka?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Magicka. 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 Magicka?+
Magicka needs at least a Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+ processor, a NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 (Integrated Video Cards not recommended) DirectX®: DirectX 9 Sound: DirectX-compatible sound card Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. DSL Internet connection for multiplayer. .NET 3.5 required graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 2 GB Available Space of storage, running Windows XP/Vista/7 (32- or 64-bit).
Can Magicka run without a graphics card?+
No — Magicka is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 (Integrated Video Cards not recommended) DirectX®: DirectX 9 Sound: DirectX-compatible sound card Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. DSL Internet connection for multiplayer. .NET 3.5 required).
How much RAM does Magicka need?+
Magicka officially requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM. 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.