Can I Run The Witness?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Intel HD 4000 series | GeForce 780 | Detecting... |
| CPU | 1.8GHz | 2.4GHz | Detecting... |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 5 GB | 5 GB | — |
| DirectX | Version 10 | Version 10 | — |
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About
You wake up, alone, on a strange island full of puzzles that will challenge and surprise you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run The Witness on my PC?
To run The Witness you need at least an Intel HD Graphics 4000, plus 4 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a GeForce 780, plus 8 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for The Witness?
The Witness minimum requirements: GPU: Intel HD 4000 series, CPU: 1.8GHz, RAM: 4 GB, Storage: 5 GB, DirectX: Version 10.
What are the recommended specs for The Witness?
The Witness recommended specs: GPU: GeForce 780, CPU: 2.4GHz, RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 5 GB, DirectX: Version 10.
How many GB is The Witness?
The Witness requires at least 5 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run The Witness?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for The Witness. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is The Witness CPU or GPU intensive?
The Witness 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 The Witness?
Yes, The Witness 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.
How many players can run The Witness?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for The Witness and 94% 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.
