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Can I Run Distant Worlds: Universe?

The Universe is Yours! Distant Worlds: Universe is the newest chapter of this critically acclaimed sci-fi series, adding incredible new features and an exciting new storyline. Universe is also the ul...

Developer Code ForcePublisher Slitherine Ltd.Release 2014Genre Simulation, Strategy
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System requirements

Minimum requirements

CPUPentium 4 @1.5 GHz
GPUminimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit
RAM1 GB
Storage1 GB HDD
DirectXVersion 9.0c

Recommended requirements

CPUDual Core CPU @ 2.0 GHz
GPUminimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit
RAM4 GB
Storage1 GB HDD
DirectXVersion 9.0c

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Can you run Distant Worlds: Universe?

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Can run iton a typical modern PC (Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3060, 16 GB RAM), the processor is the tightest fit.

Distant Worlds: Universe targets a mainstream modern PC: minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit and 1 GB of RAM for the minimum, stepping up to minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit for the recommended experience. No single part dominates the requirements, so a balanced mid-range build clears it.

Bottleneck: CPU

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Frequently asked questions

Can my PC run Distant Worlds: Universe?

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What are the minimum system requirements for Distant Worlds: Universe?

The minimum requirements are CPU: Pentium 4 @1.5 GHz; GPU: minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit; 1 GB RAM.

How much storage does Distant Worlds: Universe need?

Distant Worlds: Universe needs about 1 GB of HDD storage.

What is the bottleneck for Distant Worlds: Universe?

On a typical modern PC (Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3060, 16 GB RAM), the tightest component for Distant Worlds: Universe is the CPU.