DOOM system requirements at a glance

If you want to play the 2016 re-release of DOOM on your computer, you will need solid hardware. Especially on maximum graphics settings, DOOM is still a real eye-catcher today. In order for the shooter to run smoothly, it is important that your system meets the minimum system requirements.

DOOM - the minimum system requirements at a glance

To run DOOM on your computer at all, you actually don't need high-end hardware - on the contrary, the game is quite frugal by today's standards when it comes to hardware hunger.Officially, the developer of the software gives these specifications as the minimum system requirements:

• Windows 7, 8.1 or 10 (64-bit version)
• Intel Core i5-2400 or an AMD FX-8320
• 8.0 gigabytes of RAM and at least 55 gigabytes of free hard drive space
• an NVIDIA GTX 970 with 2.0 gigabytes of VRAM (video RAM) or an AMD Radeon 7890 with also 2,0 gigabytes of VRAM

DOOM in all its glory - these are the maximum system requirements

In order to enjoy the shooter at maximum settings, the following specifications are recommended:

• Windows 7, 8.1 or 10 (64-bit)
• Intel Core i7-3770 or an AMD FX-8350
• 8.0 gigabytes of RAM as well as 55 gigabytes of free hard drive space
• an NVIDIA GTX 970 with 4.0 gigabytes of VRAM or an AMD R9 290 with 4.0 gigabytes of VRAM

Even if you purchased DOOM as a boxed version with a disc, activation via Steam is required. Furthermore, before you can start playing, you also have to go through a 45 gigabyte download. After that, the game will be up to date. Also, make sure that your graphics drivers are up to date to prevent problems.