Official specs from Steam
Metro 2033 system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| OS * | Windows XP, Vista, or 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dual core CPU (any Core 2 Duo or better) |
| Memory | 1GB RAM |
| Graphics | DirectX 9, Shader Model 3 compliant graphics cards (GeForce 8800, GeForce GT220 and above) |
| DirectX® | DirectX 9.0c |
| Note | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 275 and above recommended |
| Note | A 120Hz (or above) monitor |
| Note | NVIDIA 3D Vision kit Microsoft Windows Vista or Windows 7 |
Recommended
| Processor | Any Quad Core or 3.0+ GHz Dual Core CPU |
|---|---|
| Memory | 2GB RAM |
| Graphics | DirectX 10 compliant graphics card (GeForce GTX 260 and above) |
| DirectX® | DirectX 10 or higher |
| Processor | Core i7 CPU |
| Memory | 8GB RAM or higher |
| Graphics | NVIDIA DirectX 11 compliant graphics card (GeForce GTX 480 and 470) |
| DirectX® | DirectX 11 |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Metro 2033?
Minimum: DirectX 9, Shader Model 3 compliant graphics cards (GeForce 8800, GeForce GT220 and above). Recommended: DirectX 10 compliant graphics card (GeForce GTX 260 and above).
How much RAM does Metro 2033 need?
Metro 2033 needs 1GB RAM at minimum, 2GB RAM recommended.
Does Metro 2033 run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).