Can I Run Shadow Warrior?
Flying Wild Hog · 2013
Shadow Warrior is a bold reimagining of the classic 3D Realms’ shooter from independent developer Flying Wild Hog (Hard Reset) starring the legendary and quick-witted warrior Lo Wang.
Can You Run Shadow Warrior?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Shadow Warrior’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run Shadow Warrior — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | ATI Radeon HD 3870/NVIDIA 8800 GT or better | ATI Radeon HD 4890 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor or higher | Intel Core 2 Quad 8200 / AMD Phenom X4 9950 |
| RAM | 16 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 | Windows 7 SP1 64-bits |
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? →Shadow Warrior is a demanding action game from 2013. 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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Shadow Warrior System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Shadow Warrior, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 | Windows 7 SP1 64-bits |
| Processor | 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor or higher | Intel Core 2 Quad 8200 / AMD Phenom X4 9950 |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | ATI Radeon HD 3870/NVIDIA 8800 GT or better | ATI Radeon HD 4890 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or better |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Storage | 15 GB available space | 15 GB available space |
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Minimum
OS *: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 Processor: 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor or higher Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 3870/NVIDIA 8800 GT or better DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 15 GB available space Additional Notes: An unabashed love of katanas is preferable.
Recommended
OS *: Windows 7 SP1 64-bits Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad 8200 / AMD Phenom X4 9950 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 4890 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or better DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 15 GB available space Additional Notes: The will of a true ninja warrior and an appreciation of Wang jokes.
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
Shadow Warrior — FAQ
Can I run Shadow Warrior?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 91 FPS at 1080p in Shadow Warrior. 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 Shadow Warrior?+
Shadow Warrior needs at least a 2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor or higher processor, a ATI Radeon HD 3870/NVIDIA 8800 GT or better graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 15 GB available space of storage, running Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8.
Can Shadow Warrior run without a graphics card?+
No — Shadow Warrior is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: ATI Radeon HD 3870/NVIDIA 8800 GT or better).
How much RAM does Shadow Warrior need?+
Shadow Warrior 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.