Can I Run Papers, Please?
Lucas Pope · 2013
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Can You Run Papers, Please?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Papers, Please’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Papers, Please — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | OpenGL 1.4 or better | — |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 1.5 GHz Core2Duo | — |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | — |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP or later | — |
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? →Papers, Please is a moderately demanding adventure game from 2013. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 100 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 45 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 190 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~40–50 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~90–110 FPS
Great
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~170–210 FPS
Excellent
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Papers, Please System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Papers, Please, component by component.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP or later |
| Processor | 1.5 GHz Core2Duo |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics | OpenGL 1.4 or better |
| Storage | 100 MB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows XP or later Processor: 1.5 GHz Core2Duo Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: OpenGL 1.4 or better Storage: 100 MB available space Additional Notes: Minimum 1280x720 screen resolution
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Papers, Please — FAQ
Can I run Papers, Please?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 100 FPS at 1080p in Papers, Please. Budget GPUs get about 45 FPS and high-end GPUs around 190 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 Papers, Please?+
Papers, Please needs at least a 1.5 GHz Core2Duo processor, a OpenGL 1.4 or better graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 100 MB available space of storage, running Windows XP or later.
Can Papers, Please run without a graphics card?+
No — Papers, Please is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: OpenGL 1.4 or better).
How much RAM does Papers, Please need?+
Papers, Please 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.