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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | DirectX 11 graphics card with 1 GB Video RAM - Nvidia Geforce GTX 460 or AMD Radeon HD 5770 | DirectX 11 graphics card with 2 GB Video RAM - Nvidia Geforce GTX 560 ti or AMD Radeon HD 7850 | Detecting... |
| CPU | Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 @ 2.66Ghz or AMD Phenom II X4 940 @ 3.0Ghz | Eight core - Intel Core i7-3770 @3.5 GHz or AMD FX-8350 X8 @ 4 GHz | Detecting... |
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 25 GB | 25 GB | — |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Watch_Dogs™ on my PC?
To run Watch_Dogs™ you need at least a GeForce GTX 460 or a Radeon HD 5770, plus 6 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a GeForce GTX 560 Ti or a Radeon HD 7850, plus 8 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Watch_Dogs™?
Watch_Dogs™ minimum requirements: GPU: DirectX 11 graphics card with 1 GB Video RAM - Nvidia Geforce GTX 460 or AMD Radeon HD 5770, CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q8400 @ 2.66Ghz or AMD Phenom II X4 940 @ 3.0Ghz, RAM: 6 GB, Storage: 25 GB, DirectX: Version 11.
What are the recommended specs for Watch_Dogs™?
Watch_Dogs™ recommended specs: GPU: DirectX 11 graphics card with 2 GB Video RAM - Nvidia Geforce GTX 560 ti or AMD Radeon HD 7850, CPU: Eight core - Intel Core i7-3770 @3.5 GHz or AMD FX-8350 X8 @ 4 GHz, RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 25 GB, DirectX: Version 11.
How many GB is Watch_Dogs™?
Watch_Dogs™ requires at least 25 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Watch_Dogs™?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Watch_Dogs™. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is Watch_Dogs™ CPU or GPU intensive?
Watch_Dogs™ 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 Watch_Dogs™?
Yes, Watch_Dogs™ 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 Watch_Dogs™?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Watch_Dogs™ 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.
