Can I Run BioShock® 2?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA 7800GT 256MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon X1900 256MB graphics card or better | NVIDIA 8800GT 512MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon HD4830 512MB graphics card or better | Detecting... |
| CPU | AMD Athlon 64 Processor 3800+ 2.4Ghz or better, Intel Pentium 4 530 3.0Ghz Processor or better | AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ Dual Core 2.60Ghz, Intel Core 2 Duo E6420 Dual Core 2.13Ghz | Detecting... |
| RAM | 2 GB | 3 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 11 GB | — | — |
| DirectX | — | — | — |
About
Set approximately 10 years after the events of the original BioShock, the halls of Rapture once again echo with sins of the past. Along the Atlantic coastline, a monster has been snatching little girls and bringing them back to the undersea city of Rapture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run BioShock® 2 on my PC?
To run BioShock® 2 you need at least a DirectX compatible GPU and 2GB RAM. with 3GB RAM is recommended. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for BioShock® 2?
BioShock® 2 minimum requirements: GPU: NVIDIA 7800GT 256MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon X1900 256MB graphics card or better, CPU: AMD Athlon 64 Processor 3800+ 2.4Ghz or better, Intel Pentium 4 530 3.0Ghz Processor or better, RAM: 2 GB, Storage: 11 GB.
What are the recommended specs for BioShock® 2?
BioShock® 2 recommended specs: GPU: NVIDIA 8800GT 512MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon HD4830 512MB graphics card or better, CPU: AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ Dual Core 2.60Ghz, Intel Core 2 Duo E6420 Dual Core 2.13Ghz, RAM: 3 GB, Storage: —.
How many GB is BioShock® 2?
BioShock® 2 requires at least 11 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run BioShock® 2?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for BioShock® 2. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is BioShock® 2 CPU or GPU intensive?
BioShock® 2 is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.