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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | DirectX9c compliant card with at least 1024MB of VRAM | DirectX9c compliant card with at least 2048MB of VRAM | Detecting... |
| CPU | Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent | Intel Core i3 or AMD equivalent | Detecting... |
| RAM | 2 MB | — | Detecting... |
| Storage | 2 GB | 2 GB | — |
| DirectX | Version 9.0 | Version 9.0 | — |
More on Despair
About
The main character wakes up in a tunnel of the subway and tries to find out that happened to it and other passengers of the train. To understand that after all it happened to the gone passengers, the player should investigate strange catacombs being deeply underground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Despair on my PC?
To run Despair you need at least a DirectX 9 GPU with 1024 MB of VRAM, plus 2 MB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a DirectX 9 GPU with 2048 MB of VRAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Despair?
Despair minimum requirements: GPU: DirectX9c compliant card with at least 1024MB of VRAM, CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD equivalent, RAM: 2 MB, Storage: 2 GB, DirectX: Version 9.0.
What are the recommended specs for Despair?
Despair recommended specs: GPU: DirectX9c compliant card with at least 2048MB of VRAM, CPU: Intel Core i3 or AMD equivalent, RAM: —, Storage: 2 GB, DirectX: Version 9.0.
How many GB is Despair?
Despair requires at least 2 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Despair?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Despair. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is Despair CPU or GPU intensive?
Despair is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.
Can Steam Deck run Despair?
Despair has not been officially tested on Steam Deck by Valve yet. Its compatibility status is Unknown. You may still try it, but results can vary.
How many players can run Despair?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Despair and 97% meet the recommended one. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
