Can I Run Nuclear Throne?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | 256MB | 1GB | Detecting... |
| CPU | 1.2Ghz+ | 2Ghz | Detecting... |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 200 MB | 500 MB | — |
| DirectX | — | — | — |
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About
Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Nuclear Throne on my PC?
To run Nuclear Throne you need at least 1 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are 2 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Nuclear Throne?
Nuclear Throne minimum requirements: GPU: 256MB, CPU: 1.2Ghz+, RAM: 1 GB, Storage: 200 MB.
What are the recommended specs for Nuclear Throne?
Nuclear Throne recommended specs: GPU: 1GB, CPU: 2Ghz, RAM: 2 GB, Storage: 500 MB.
How many GB is Nuclear Throne?
Nuclear Throne requires at least 200 MB of free storage for installation, with 500 MB recommended to account for updates and DLC. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Nuclear Throne?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Nuclear Throne. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is Nuclear Throne CPU or GPU intensive?
Nuclear Throne 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 Nuclear Throne?
Yes! Nuclear Throne is Deck Verified by Valve. It works perfectly on Steam Deck with full controller support, proper display, and great performance out of the box.
How many players can run Nuclear Throne?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Nuclear Throne and 99% 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.
