Tears of Metal System Requirements (PC)
Tears of Metal is a 10 GB download with a surprisingly modest minimum bar. Here are the official specs from the Steam store page.
Minimum requirements
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dual Core 2.4 GHz |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 1070 or equivalent |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 10 GB available space |
Recommended requirements
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Quad Core 3 GHz |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce RTX 20 series |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband internet connection |
| Storage | 10 GB available space |
The interesting part is the minimum GPU: a GTX 1070 is a 2016 card, but it's listed as the floor — this game does real rendering work even at minimum settings. If you're on a GTX 10-series card, expect to drop settings.
How to check your own PC
- Press Win + R, type
dxdiag, press Enter. - System tab shows your OS, processor, and memory (RAM).
- Display tab shows your graphics card (GPU) and its VRAM.
- Compare against the tables above — the GPU is the deciding factor.
FAQ
Will it run on a GTX 1060?
Below the listed minimum (GTX 1070) — it may run with reduced settings, but performance isn't guaranteed.
Does co-op need a better PC?
The requirements assume co-op (it's the core mode) — the listed specs cover it.
How big is the download?
About 10 GB.
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