The Witness System Requirements

January 26, 2016Thekla, Inc88/100

The Witness presents an expansive, explorable landscape densely packed with over 500 distinct puzzles. Expect a challenging experience where each puzzle introduces a unique mechanic, respecting the player's intelligence and time.

The Witness Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Core 2, Nvidia GeForce 8800GT, 4 GB RAM. Recommended: 8 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS	Windows 7
Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 / AMD Phenom X3 8750CPU Deals
RAM	4 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card	Nvidia GeForce 8800GT (512 MB) / AMD Radeon HD 4870 (1 GB) / Intel HD Graphics 4600GPU Deals
DirectX	Version 9.0c
Storage	4 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS	Windows 7 / 8 / 10
Processor	Intel Core i5-2500K / AMD Phenom II X4 940CPU Deals
RAM	8 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card	Nvidia GeForce GTX 780 (3 GB) / AMD Radeon R9 290X (4 GB)GPU Deals
DirectX	Version 11
Storage	4 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for The Witness

Lower the resolution for a significant performance boost.

Disable 'Simple Reflections' for improved framerates.

Reduce shadow quality if you're experiencing lag.

Close background applications to free up system resources.

The Witness System Requirements FAQ

Can I run The Witness on a low-end PC?▼

The Witness can run on lower-end PCs, but you'll need at least an Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 or AMD Phenom X3 8750 CPU, an Nvidia GeForce 8800GT (512 MB), AMD Radeon HD 4870 (1 GB), or Intel HD Graphics 4600, and 4 GB of RAM. You may need to lower graphics settings for smooth gameplay.

What GPU do I need for The Witness?▼

For minimum settings, an Nvidia GeForce 8800GT (512 MB), AMD Radeon HD 4870 (1 GB), or Intel HD Graphics 4600 is required. For recommended settings, aim for an Nvidia GeForce GTX 780 (3 GB) or AMD Radeon R9 290X (4 GB).

How much RAM does The Witness need?▼

The Witness requires a minimum of 4 GB of RAM. For a smoother experience, 8 GB of RAM is recommended.

Will The Witness run on integrated graphics?▼

The Witness *may* run on integrated graphics like Intel HD Graphics 4600 at the lowest settings, but performance may be poor. A dedicated graphics card is highly recommended for a better experience.

What is the best graphics settings for The Witness?▼

The 'Simple Reflections' setting has a large impact on performance. Try turning it off first. Experiment with shadow quality and resolution to find a balance between visual fidelity and smooth framerates.