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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Nvidia 8600 / Radeon equivalent (2009 era) | — | Detecting... |
| CPU | Intel Core2 Duo 2.4Ghz or Higher / AMD 3Ghz or Higher | — | Detecting... |
| RAM | 6 GB | — | Detecting... |
| Storage | 400 MB | — | — |
| DirectX | — | — | — |
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Only the world’s most ruthless Warden can contain the world’s most ruthless inmates. Design and develop your personalized penitentiary in Prison Architect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Prison Architect on my PC?
To run Prison Architect you need at least a GeForce 8600, plus 6 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Prison Architect?
Prison Architect minimum requirements: GPU: Nvidia 8600 / Radeon equivalent (2009 era), CPU: Intel Core2 Duo 2.4Ghz or Higher / AMD 3Ghz or Higher, RAM: 6 GB, Storage: 400 MB.
What are the recommended specs for Prison Architect?
Prison Architect recommended specs: GPU: Not specified, CPU: Not specified, RAM: —, Storage: —.
How many GB is Prison Architect?
Prison Architect requires at least 400 MB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Prison Architect?
We don't have a confirmed GPU score for Prison Architect, but a GTX 1650 is an entry-level card from 2019 — it can usually run older or lightweight titles at 1080p low. Run the free CanIRun.gg check to see exactly where your PC lands.
Is Prison Architect CPU or GPU intensive?
Prison Architect does not expose a confirmed GPU tier in our database, so we cannot say definitively whether it is CPU or GPU bound. As a rule of thumb, most modern 3D titles lean GPU-heavy at 1080p and above.
Can Steam Deck run Prison Architect?
Yes, Prison Architect is marked as Playable on Steam Deck. It runs on the device but may require some manual adjustments, such as configuring the on-screen keyboard or tweaking graphics settings.
