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BioShock System Requirements
January 5, 2010IG Fun
In 1960, a plane crash leaves Jack stranded near a mysterious lighthouse, the gateway to Rapture. This failed underwater utopia, envisioned by Andrew Ryan, quickly reveals its dark secrets as Jack seeks guidance from the enigmatic Atlas.
BioShock Minimum & Recommended Specs
Minimum: Intel Pentium 4, DirectX 9.0c compliant, 1 GB. Recommended: 2GB RAM.
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Quick Performance Tips for BioShock
#1
Lower texture detail for a quick FPS boost.
#2
Disable anti-aliasing for better performance.
#3
Reduce shadow quality to improve frame rates.
#4
Close background apps to free up RAM.
BioShock System Requirements FAQ
Can I run BioShock on a low-end PC?
BioShock can run on relatively low-end PCs. The minimum requirements are an Intel Pentium 4 2.4GHz, a GeForce 6600/Radeon X1300 (or better) with 128MB VRAM, and 1GB of RAM. If your PC meets these, you should be able to play at lower settings.
What GPU do I need for BioShock?
At a minimum, you'll need a DirectX 9.0c compliant video card with 128MB of RAM, such as an NVIDIA GeForce 6600 or an ATI Radeon X1300. For a better experience, an NVIDIA GeForce 7900 GT or an ATI Radeon X1900 or better is recommended.
How much RAM does BioShock need?
BioShock requires a minimum of 1GB of RAM to run. However, 2GB of RAM is recommended for smoother gameplay and higher settings.
Will BioShock run on integrated graphics?
While *technically* possible if your integrated graphics meet the minimum VRAM requirement (128MB) and support DirectX 9.0c, performance may be poor even at the lowest settings. A dedicated graphics card is highly recommended for a playable experience.
What is the best graphics settings for BioShock?
If you meet the recommended specs, you should be able to run BioShock at high settings. Experiment with lowering texture detail, shadows, and anti-aliasing if you experience performance issues. Disabling DirectX 10 can also improve performance on some systems.
BioShock Game Info
Developer
IG Fun
Publisher
Starwave
Release Date
January 5, 2010
Platforms
Legacy Mobile Device
Genres
ShooterHack and slash/Beat 'em upAdventure
Game Modes
- Single player
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