Official specs from Steam
Dead Space 2 system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| Processor | 2.8 GHz processor or equivalent |
|---|---|
| Memory | 1 GB RAM (XP), 2 GB RAM (Vista or Windows 7) |
| Hard Disk Space | At least 10GB of hard drive space for installation, plus additional space for saved games |
| Video Card | NVIDIA GeForce 6800 or better (7300, 7600 GS, and 8500 are below minimum system requirements), ATI X1600 Pro or better (X1300, X1300 Pro and HD2400 are below minimum system requirements), 256MB Video Card and Shader Model 3.0 required |
| DirectX® | DirectX 9.0c |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Dead Space 2?
Minimum: NVIDIA GeForce 6800 or better (7300, 7600 GS, and 8500 are below minimum system requirements), ATI X1600 Pro or better (X1300, X1300 Pro and HD2400 are below minimum system requirements), 256MB Video Card and Shader Model 3.0 required.
How much RAM does Dead Space 2 need?
Dead Space 2 needs 1 GB RAM (XP), 2 GB RAM (Vista or Windows 7) at minimum.
How big is Dead Space 2?
Dead Space 2 requires At least 10GB of hard drive space for installation, plus additional space for saved games.
Does Dead Space 2 run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).