Can My PC Run Amnesia?

Tyler · 11-30-2013

Sorry, when it comes to hardware with computers, I'm not really an expert on it. I saw a really nice sale on Steam so I decided to finally get some more games for it and download the Sonic Collection. I have $5 left over, so I thought I would try Amnesia. However, I am not sure if my computer is capable of running it well.

My PC:

Requirements:

Shaymus* · 11-30-2013

Yes, of course. It only runs on computers or laptop systems.
It's available on Linux, Mac (Mac OS), and Windows.

Go to their site, and buy it from there.

Zazzi* · 11-30-2013

Your pc/laptop seems to be able to run the game, but if you could try a demo version of the game if it offers I recommend playing it that way to see if it works just fine. If you like it buy it.

Dusty · 11-30-2013

Handy little site that will break down each spec for you:
http://systemrequirementslab.com/cyri

Tyler · 11-30-2013

Posted by Zazzi*

Your pc/laptop seems to be able to run the game, but if you could try a demo version of the game if it offers I recommend playing it that way to see if it works just fine. If you like it buy it.

Posted by Dusty

Handy little site that will break down each spec for you:
http://systemrequirementslab.com/cyri

Thanks both of you. That site says my video card isn't enough to run the game and suggests an upgrade. I'm definitely adding that on my favorites for future reference. I'm going to attempt to try the demo anyways just to see how bad it runs. If it doesn't work out, I'll probably just look for another game.

Winter · 11-30-2013

I have similar specs and the first Amnesia (Dark Descent, not Machine for Pigs. It will be on a better sale during the holiday season, I promise

). Except, my Pentium dual core is 2.1gz and my brother upgraded my memory to 8 GB instead of 4. The difference is minuscule, and the game ran the same way before the upgrade. I believe the new game has a bit better graphics, but not really that much since it runs on the same engine and is almost a port from the original game. My laptop runs it perfectly fine with low textures, medium shadows and shadow resolution (to keep creepy effect, and also still looks great). I play in 1280x600 resolution because it runs best, but its worth changing if you aren't quite getting the performance or experience you were hoping for.

TL;DR, yes you can run it well, and you should pick up Amnesia: The Dark Descent for $3.99 while you can. If you like it (you will), get the new sequel during the winter sale.

Sources: my observations and brother's techyness (he wrote this post.)

Shaymus* · 12-04-2013

Posted by Tyler

Thanks both of you. That site says my video card isn't enough to run the game and suggests an upgrade. I'm definitely adding that on my favorites for future reference. I'm going to attempt to try the demo anyways just to see how bad it runs. If it doesn't work out, I'll probably just look for another game.

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imSupah · 12-04-2013

Posted by Shaymus*

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Why you such an ass? It doesn't hurt for him to try out the demo. Seriously, everytime you come back, I shake my head.

optimuswhat · 12-04-2013

Why can't these specs be more simple? Like:
Level 5 Dell
Level 4 Dell
Level 3 Dell

It'd be so much more convenient than Nvidia Quadcore S37J666N00Mjw

Ignatius · 12-04-2013

Canyourunit is a good website you oughta check out

Talon · 12-04-2013

It recommends that dual-core CPUs like yours should be overclocked, so if you don't want to go down that path, then a simple upgrade to a quad-core will suffice. Integrated graphics (which I assume you're using) usually can't run anything 3D past 2005ish with a clean framerate, so that should definitely be on the upgrade list. Anything above $80 in GPUs can handle most games with at least 40-50 FPS, at least on medium settings, given a more recent game. Everything else looks fine. You could also upgrade to the more standard 8GB RAM, but 4GB should be fine.

Tyler · 12-06-2013

Posted by Ignatius

Canyourunit is a good website you oughta check out

Yeah, Dusty suggested it and it was correct. My PC wasn't able to run Amnesia.

Posted by Talon

It recommends that dual-core CPUs like yours should be overclocked, so if you don't want to go down that path, then a simple upgrade to a quad-core will suffice. Integrated graphics (which I assume you're using) usually can't run anything 3D past 2005ish with a clean framerate, so that should definitely be on the upgrade list. Anything above $80 in GPUs can handle most games with at least 40-50 FPS, at least on medium settings, given a more recent game. Everything else looks fine. You could also upgrade to the more standard 8GB RAM, but 4GB should be fine.

I'll probably upgrade like you suggested in the future. I'm mainly a console gamer, but some PC games really peak my interest.

Winter · 12-07-2013

Oh, I was incorrect.

Your CPU and RAM may have been the issue. Talon is right. I would have thought integrated graphics on a newer Pentium than mine would run the game alright with low texture settings. Oh well.

Crono · 12-07-2013

ohnoes :3

Winter · 12-07-2013

Posted by Crono

ohnoes :3

cutest character on tv when i was younger

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Tyler Dark Desert Fox Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United States, Ohio Posts: 5,720	Can My PC Run Amnesia? Sorry, when it comes to hardware with computers, I'm not really an expert on it. I saw a really nice sale on Steam so I decided to finally get some more games for it and download the Sonic Collection. I have $5 left over, so I thought I would try Amnesia. However, I am not sure if my computer is capable of running it well. My PC: Requirements:

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Shaymus* Does it look like i give? Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 123	Yes, of course. It only runs on computers or laptop systems. It's available on Linux, Mac (Mac OS), and Windows. Go to their site, and buy it from there.

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Zazzi* 👑 Delteria GM Manager Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Kaljun Posts: 1,213	Your pc/laptop seems to be able to run the game, but if you could try a demo version of the game if it offers I recommend playing it that way to see if it works just fine. If you like it buy it.

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Dusty Should be fixed. Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 6,359	Handy little site that will break down each spec for you: http://systemrequirementslab.com/cyri

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Winter & Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: napping Posts: 1,381	I have similar specs and the first Amnesia (Dark Descent, not Machine for Pigs. It will be on a better sale during the holiday season, I promise ). Except, my Pentium dual core is 2.1gz and my brother upgraded my memory to 8 GB instead of 4. The difference is minuscule, and the game ran the same way before the upgrade. I believe the new game has a bit better graphics, but not really that much since it runs on the same engine and is almost a port from the original game. My laptop runs it perfectly fine with low textures, medium shadows and shadow resolution (to keep creepy effect, and also still looks great). I play in 1280x600 resolution because it runs best, but its worth changing if you aren't quite getting the performance or experience you were hoping for. TL;DR, yes you can run it well, and you should pick up Amnesia: The Dark Descent for $3.99 while you can. If you like it (you will), get the new sequel during the winter sale. Sources: my observations and brother's techyness (he wrote this post.)

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optimuswhat Speed Demon Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 1,288	Why can't these specs be more simple? Like: Level 5 Dell Level 4 Dell Level 3 Dell It'd be so much more convenient than Nvidia Quadcore S37J666N00Mjw

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Ignatius The Psychonaut Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Middle o' space Posts: 1,527	Canyourunit is a good website you oughta check out

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Talon don't call it a comeback Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 8,268	It recommends that dual-core CPUs like yours should be overclocked, so if you don't want to go down that path, then a simple upgrade to a quad-core will suffice. Integrated graphics (which I assume you're using) usually can't run anything 3D past 2005ish with a clean framerate, so that should definitely be on the upgrade list. Anything above $80 in GPUs can handle most games with at least 40-50 FPS, at least on medium settings, given a more recent game. Everything else looks fine. You could also upgrade to the more standard 8GB RAM, but 4GB should be fine.

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Winter & Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: napping Posts: 1,381	Oh, I was incorrect. Your CPU and RAM may have been the issue. Talon is right. I would have thought integrated graphics on a newer Pentium than mine would run the game alright with low texture settings. Oh well.

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Crono :pluffy: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 5,945	ohnoes :3