Official specs from Steam
System Shock system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS * | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit only) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 or better |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 670 2GB/AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or better |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 10 GB available space |
Recommended
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS * | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit only) |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-3770/AMD FX-8350 or better |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 4GB or better |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 10 GB available space |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for System Shock?
Minimum: NVIDIA GTX 670 2GB/AMD Radeon HD 7870 2GB or better. Recommended: NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 4GB or better.
How much RAM does System Shock need?
System Shock needs 4 GB RAM at minimum, 8 GB RAM recommended.
How big is System Shock?
System Shock requires 10 GB available space.
Does System Shock run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).