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Can I Run X2: The Threat?

X²: The Threat is of a new generation of space simulator games, you play the role of Julian Gardna who continues the story set by X: Beyond The Frontier. The updated graphics engine gives the universe...

Developer EgosoftRelease 2006
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System requirements

Minimum requirements

CPUPentium III 800MHz or same grade
GPU32MB 3D card compatible with Direct X 8.1
RAM0.25 GB
Storage1.17 GB HDD

Recommended requirements

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Can you run X2: The Threat?

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

X2: The Threat targets a mainstream modern PC: 32MB 3D card compatible with Direct X 8.1 and 0.25 GB of RAM for the minimum. No single part dominates the requirements, so a balanced mid-range build clears it.

Bottleneck: RAM

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Frequently asked questions

Can my PC run X2: The Threat?

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What are the minimum system requirements for X2: The Threat?

The minimum requirements are CPU: Pentium III 800MHz or same grade; GPU: 32MB 3D card compatible with Direct X 8.1; 0.25 GB RAM.

How much storage does X2: The Threat need?

X2: The Threat needs about 1.17 GB of HDD storage.

What is the bottleneck for X2: The Threat?

On a typical modern PC (Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3060, 16 GB RAM), the tightest component for X2: The Threat is the RAM.