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Can I Run Spelunky?

Mossmouth · 2013

Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.

Can You Run Spelunky?

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

Your PC

You can run Spelunky — and then some

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

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 40603D graphics card3D graphics card
CPUCore i5-13400Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz or equivalent processorIntel Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz or equivalent processor
RAM16 GB2 GB2 GB
OSWindows 11Microsoft® Windows® XP / Vista / 7 / 8Microsoft® Windows® XP / Vista / 7 / 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? →

Spelunky is a lightweight indie game from 2013. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 176 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 79 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 300 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably.

Budget GPU

GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT

~70–85 FPS

Playable

Mid-range GPU

RTX 4060 / RX 7600

~160–195 FPS

Excellent

High-end GPU

RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX

~270–300 FPS

Excellent

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Spelunky System Requirements

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

ComponentMinimum
OSMicrosoft® Windows® XP / Vista / 7 / 8
ProcessorIntel Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz or equivalent processor
Memory2 GB RAM
Graphics3D graphics card
DirectXVersion 9.0c
Storage200 MB available space
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Minimum

OS *: Microsoft® Windows® XP / Vista / 7 / 8 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz or equivalent processor Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 3D graphics card DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 200 MB available space Additional Notes: Xbox 360 controller or other XInput-compatible controller

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

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Spelunky — FAQ

Can I run Spelunky?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 176 FPS at 1080p in Spelunky. Budget GPUs get about 79 FPS and high-end GPUs around 300 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 Spelunky?+

Spelunky needs at least a Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz or equivalent processor processor, a 3D graphics card graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 200 MB available space of storage, running Microsoft® Windows® XP / Vista / 7 / 8.

Can Spelunky run without a graphics card?+

Only on the strongest recent integrated graphics at low settings — a budget dedicated GPU is recommended for a smooth experience in Spelunky.

How much RAM does Spelunky need?+

Spelunky 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.