Can I Run Octodad: Dadliest Catch?
Young Horses · 2014
Octodad: Dadliest Catch is a game about destruction, deception, and fatherhood. The player controls Octodad, a dapper octopus masquerading as a human, as he goes about his life.
Can You Run Octodad: Dadliest Catch?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Octodad: Dadliest Catch’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Octodad: Dadliest Catch — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Intel Core HD Graphics 3000/4000, NVIDIA 8800 GT, ATI Radeon HD 4850 or better | NVIDIA GeForce 450, AMD Radeon HD 5670 or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0Ghz or equivalent | Intel Core i5 2.8Ghz or equivalent |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP SP3 | Windows 7, Windows 8 |
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? →Octodad: Dadliest Catch is a demanding action game from 2014. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 91 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 41 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 173 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~36–46 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~80–100 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~155–190 FPS
Excellent
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Octodad: Dadliest Catch System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Octodad: Dadliest Catch, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP SP3 | Windows 7, Windows 8 |
| Processor | Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0Ghz or equivalent | Intel Core i5 2.8Ghz or equivalent |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel Core HD Graphics 3000/4000, NVIDIA 8800 GT, ATI Radeon HD 4850 or better | NVIDIA GeForce 450, AMD Radeon HD 5670 or better |
| DirectX | Version 9.0 | Version 9.0 |
| Storage | 3 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows XP SP3 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0Ghz or equivalent Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Intel Core HD Graphics 3000/4000, NVIDIA 8800 GT, ATI Radeon HD 4850 or better DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card Additional Notes: NOT SUPPORTED: ATI Radeon X1600, Intel GMA950, NVIDIA Geforce 7050
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7, Windows 8 Processor: Intel Core i5 2.8Ghz or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 450, AMD Radeon HD 5670 or better DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Octodad: Dadliest Catch — FAQ
Can I run Octodad: Dadliest Catch?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 91 FPS at 1080p in Octodad: Dadliest Catch. Budget GPUs get about 41 FPS and high-end GPUs around 173 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 Octodad: Dadliest Catch?+
Octodad: Dadliest Catch needs at least a Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0Ghz or equivalent processor, a Intel Core HD Graphics 3000/4000, NVIDIA 8800 GT, ATI Radeon HD 4850 or better graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 3 GB available space of storage, running Windows XP SP3.
Can Octodad: Dadliest Catch run without a graphics card?+
No — Octodad: Dadliest Catch is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Intel Core HD Graphics 3000/4000, NVIDIA 8800 GT, ATI Radeon HD 4850 or better).
How much RAM does Octodad: Dadliest Catch need?+
Octodad: Dadliest Catch officially requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM, with 4GB 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.