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SILENT HILL 2 System Requirements

March 20, 2012Hijinx Studios

Silent Hill 2's HD Collection release presents a graphically enhanced (720p) version of the original. Expect updated voice acting, a remastered soundtrack, and the addition of achievement/trophy support.

SILENT HILL 2 Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Core i5-8400, Nvidia GeForce GTX, 8 GB RAM. Recommended: 16 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 x64
Processor
Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 3 3300XCPU Deals
RAM
8 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 570GPU Deals
DirectX
Version 12
Storage
50 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 x64
Processor
Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600XCPU Deals
RAM
16 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 / AMD Radeon RX 6800GPU Deals
DirectX
Version 12
Storage
50 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Quick Performance Tips for SILENT HILL 2

#1

Lower resolution for a big performance boost.

#2

Disable or lower shadow quality.

#3

Update your graphics drivers.

#4

Close unnecessary background apps.

SILENT HILL 2 System Requirements FAQ

Can I run SILENT HILL 2 on a low-end PC?
To run SILENT HILL 2 at minimum settings (low graphics, lower resolution), you'll need at least an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 3 3300X CPU, an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 570 GPU, and 8 GB of RAM. If your PC is below these specs, you may experience performance issues or be unable to play.
What GPU do I need for SILENT HILL 2?
For minimum settings, an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 570 is required. For recommended settings (high graphics, higher resolution), an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 is recommended.
How much RAM does SILENT HILL 2 need?
SILENT HILL 2 requires a minimum of 8 GB of RAM. For a smoother experience with higher settings, 16 GB of RAM is recommended.
Will SILENT HILL 2 run on integrated graphics?
It's unlikely that SILENT HILL 2 will run well, or at all, on integrated graphics. The game requires a dedicated graphics card (GPU) that meets at least the minimum specifications (GTX 1060 or RX 570).
What is the best graphics settings for SILENT HILL 2?
The best graphics settings depend on your hardware. Start with the recommended settings. If performance is poor, lower the resolution, texture quality, and shadow quality. Experiment to find a balance between visual fidelity and frame rate.
SILENT HILL 2 PC game cover art

SILENT HILL 2 Game Info

Developer

Hijinx Studios

Publisher

Konami

Release Date

March 20, 2012

Platforms

PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Genres

PuzzleAdventure

Game Modes

  • Single player

SILENT HILL 2 Screenshots

SILENT HILL 2 gameplay screenshot 1
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