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September 4, 2013Red Barrels77/100

Brave the horrors of Mount Massive Asylum in Outlast, a first-person survival horror experience. Play as journalist Miles Upshur, equipped only with a night-vision camera, and uncover the asylum's disturbing truths while evading its deadly inhabitants.

Outlast Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: 2.2 GHz Dual, 512 MB NVIDIA, 4 GB RAM. Recommended: 8 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows Vista / 7 / 8 - 64 bits
Processor
2.2 GHz Dual Core CPUCPU Deals
RAM
4 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX / ATI Radeon HD 3xxx seriesGPU Deals
DirectX
Version 9.0c
Storage
5 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows Vista / 7 / 8 - 64 bits
Processor
2.8 GHz Quad Core CPUCPU Deals
RAM
8 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
1GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 / ATI Radeon HD 6850GPU Deals
DirectX
Version 9.0c
Storage
5 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for Outlast

#1

Lower shadow quality for a significant FPS boost.

#2

Reduce texture detail if you have limited VRAM.

#3

Disable anti-aliasing to improve performance.

#4

Close background applications to free up RAM.

#5

Update your graphics drivers for optimal performance.

Outlast System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Outlast on a low-end PC?▼
Outlast can run on relatively low-end PCs. Check if your CPU is at least a 2.2 GHz Dual Core and your GPU is equivalent to an NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX or ATI Radeon HD 3xxx series. You'll also need at least 4GB of RAM.
What GPU do I need for Outlast?▼
At a minimum, you'll need an NVIDIA GeForce 9800GTX or an ATI Radeon HD 3xxx series with 512 MB of VRAM. For a smoother experience, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or ATI Radeon HD 6850 with 1GB VRAM is recommended.
How much RAM does Outlast need?▼
Outlast requires a minimum of 4 GB of RAM to run. For optimal performance, especially at higher settings, 8 GB of RAM is recommended.
Will Outlast run on integrated graphics?▼
While it's *possible* Outlast might run on some integrated graphics solutions, it's highly unlikely to provide a playable experience. Dedicated GPUs like the GeForce 9800GTX or Radeon HD 3xxx series are strongly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for Outlast?▼
If you meet the recommended specs, you should be able to run Outlast on high settings. If you're experiencing performance issues, try lowering shadow quality, texture detail, and disabling anti-aliasing. Experiment to find the best balance between visual quality and framerate.
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Outlast Game Info

Developer

Red Barrels

Publisher

Red Barrels

Release Date

September 4, 2013

Platforms

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One

Genres

AdventureIndie

Game Modes

  • Single player
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