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Can I Run Shadowrun Returns?

Harebrained Schemes · 2013

The unique cyberpunk-meets-fantasy world of Shadowrun has gained a huge cult following since its creation nearly 25 years ago. Now, creator Jordan Weisman returns to the world of Shadowrun, modernizing this classic game setting as a single player, turn-based tactical RPG.

Can You Run Shadowrun Returns?

Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Shadowrun Returns’s official minimum and recommended requirements.

Your PC

You can run Shadowrun Returns — and then some

Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 4060DirectX compatible 3D graphics card with at least 256MB of addressable memory DirectX®: 9.0DirectX compatible 3D graphics card with at least 256MB of addressable memory DirectX®: 9.0
CPUCore i5-13400x86-compatible 1.4GHz or faster processorx86-compatible 1.4GHz or faster processor
RAM16 GB2 GB2 GB
OSWindows 11Windows XP SP3/Vista/Windows 7Windows XP SP3/Vista/Windows 7

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? →

Shadowrun Returns is a demanding adventure game from 2013. 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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Shadowrun Returns System Requirements

The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Shadowrun Returns, component by component.

ComponentMinimum
OSWindows XP SP3/Vista/Windows 7
Processorx86-compatible 1.4GHz or faster processor
Memory2 GB RAM
GraphicsDirectX compatible 3D graphics card with at least 256MB of addressable memory DirectX®: 9.0
Storage2 GB HD space
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Minimum

OS *: Windows XP SP3/Vista/Windows 7 Processor: x86-compatible 1.4GHz or faster processor Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX compatible 3D graphics card with at least 256MB of addressable memory DirectX®: 9.0 Hard Drive: 2 GB HD space

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

Shadowrun Returns — FAQ

Can I run Shadowrun Returns?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 81 FPS at 1080p in Shadowrun Returns. 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 Shadowrun Returns?+

Shadowrun Returns needs at least a x86-compatible 1.4GHz or faster processor processor, a DirectX compatible 3D graphics card with at least 256MB of addressable memory DirectX®: 9.0 graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 2 GB HD space of storage, running Windows XP SP3/Vista/Windows 7.

Can Shadowrun Returns run without a graphics card?+

No — Shadowrun Returns is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: DirectX compatible 3D graphics card with at least 256MB of addressable memory DirectX®: 9.0).

How much RAM does Shadowrun Returns need?+

Shadowrun Returns 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.