Can I Run Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice?
2019 · Action · Check your PC against the official system requirements below.
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice system requirements
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-2100 / AMD FX-6300 | Intel Core i5-2500K / AMD Ryzen 5 1400 |
| Graphics (GPU) | Nvidia GTX 760 / AMD Radeon HD 7950 | Nvidia GTX 970 / AMD RX 570 |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Video memory | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 25 GB | 25 GB |
Source: published system requirements
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice FPS benchmarks (estimated)
Estimated frame rates
| GPU tier | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| EntryGTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT | 50-60 | 35-45 | 20-25 |
| MainstreamRTX 4060 / RX 7600 | 60 (engine cap) | 60 (engine cap) | 50-60 |
| High-endRTX 4070 Super / RX 7800 XT | 60 (engine cap) | 60 (engine cap) | 60 (engine cap) |
| EnthusiastRTX 4080 Super / RX 7900 XTX | 60 (engine cap) | 60 (engine cap) | 60 (engine cap) |
FPS figures are estimates derived from the published minimum and recommended requirements at high settings, not measured benchmarks. Real-world results vary with CPU, RAM, drivers and in-game options.
Steam Deck & laptop compatibility
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice runs well on Steam Deck. Players can expect an estimated 61 FPS at the device's 1280x800 resolution. This allows for a responsive and enjoyable gameplay experience.
To play Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice at 60 FPS in 1080p, a laptop should feature an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 Laptop GPU or better. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU is the approximate minimum for maintaining playable framerates around 30 FPS. These laptop GPUs do not perform identically to their desktop equivalents.
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is light by modern standards and runs well on older hardware. The minimum GTX 760 or HD 7950 with just 4GB of RAM handles 1080p at lower settings, and the recommended GTX 970 or RX 570 with 8GB of RAM comfortably hits 60fps at 1080p on high settings. The frame rate is capped at 60fps by the engine, which keeps demands predictable.
The game has no ray tracing and a small 25GB install, so storage and VRAM are rarely a concern. It is not especially CPU-bound, though traversal in larger areas can cause minor stutter on mechanical drives, making an SSD a worthwhile but optional upgrade. Because the frame rate ceiling is locked at 60fps, owners of high-refresh monitors will not gain extra frames without third-party modifications.
Frequently asked questions
What graphics card do I need for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice?
A GTX 760 or Radeon HD 7950 meets the minimum. For 1080p/60fps on high settings, a GTX 970 or RX 570 is recommended.
How much RAM does Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice need?
4GB is the minimum and 8GB is recommended, which most systems already exceed.
Can I run Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice on a laptop?
Yes. The modest requirements mean most laptops with a GTX 960M or better GPU and 8GB of RAM can run it at 1080p/60fps.