XCOM 2 System Requirements

XCOM 2 can run on lower-end PCs if you meet the minimum requirements: an Intel Core 2 Duo E4700 2.6 GHz or AMD Phenom 9950 Quad Core 2.6 GHz, NVIDIA GeForce 450 GTS or AMD Radeon HD 5770 with 1GB VRAM, and 4 GB of RAM. However, expect lower graphical settings and potentially lower framerates. For a smoother experience, aim for the recommended specs.

For minimum settings, you'll need at least an NVIDIA GeForce 450 GTS or AMD Radeon HD 5770 with 1GB of VRAM. For higher settings and smoother gameplay, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 or AMD Radeon R9 290 with 2GB of VRAM is recommended.

XCOM 2 requires a minimum of 4 GB of RAM to run. However, 8 GB of RAM is recommended for a smoother and more stable experience, especially with higher graphical settings and mods.

While technically possible, running XCOM 2 on integrated graphics is not recommended. The game demands a dedicated graphics card with at least 1GB of VRAM (as per minimum requirements). Integrated graphics may result in very low framerates and a poor gaming experience.

The best graphics settings depend on your hardware. If you meet the recommended specs, you can likely run the game on High or Ultra settings. If you're closer to the minimum specs, start with Medium or Low settings and adjust upwards until you find a balance between visual quality and performance. Experiment with turning off Anti-Aliasing and lowering shadow quality for a performance boost.