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FINAL FANTASY XIII System Requirements

December 17, 2009Square Enix Business Division 181/100

In a world teetering on the brink of annihilation, a group of outcasts are forced to fight against a powerful regime to prevent total collapse. Navigate a narrative-driven experience with strategic combat and high-fidelity graphics as you unravel the mysteries behind their shared destiny.

FINAL FANTASY XIII Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: 2GHz Dual Core, NVIDIA GeForce 8, 1 GB RAM. Recommended: 2 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows XP SP2 or later
Processor
2GHz Dual Core CPUCPU Deals
RAM
1 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce 8 Series/ATI Radeon HD 2000 series VRAM 256MB or laterGPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 9.0c
Storage
30 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows Vista/7/8
Processor
Intel Core 2 Quad (2.66 GHz)/AMD Phenom II X4 (2.8 GHz)CPU Deals
RAM
2 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460/ATI Radeon HD 5870GPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 9.0c
Storage
30 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for FINAL FANTASY XIII

#1

Lower the resolution for a significant FPS boost.

#2

Disable or reduce anti-aliasing to improve performance.

#3

Close unnecessary background applications.

#4

Update your graphics drivers for optimal performance.

FINAL FANTASY XIII System Requirements FAQ

Can I run FINAL FANTASY XIII on a low-end PC?
If your PC meets the minimum requirements (2GHz Dual Core CPU, NVIDIA GeForce 8 Series/ATI Radeon HD 2000 series with 256MB VRAM, 1 GB RAM), you should be able to run FINAL FANTASY XIII, but expect lower frame rates and graphical settings. For a smoother experience, aim for the recommended specs.
What GPU do I need for FINAL FANTASY XIII?
At a minimum, you'll need an NVIDIA GeForce 8 Series or ATI Radeon HD 2000 series with 256MB of VRAM. For a better experience, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or ATI Radeon HD 5870 is recommended.
How much RAM does FINAL FANTASY XIII need?
FINAL FANTASY XIII requires a minimum of 1 GB of RAM. However, 2 GB of RAM is recommended for smoother gameplay and reduced stuttering.
Will FINAL FANTASY XIII run on integrated graphics?
It's unlikely FINAL FANTASY XIII will run well on integrated graphics. While technically possible if your integrated graphics solution meets the minimum VRAM requirement (256MB) and overall system RAM is sufficient, performance will likely be very poor. A dedicated graphics card is highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for FINAL FANTASY XIII?
The best graphics settings depend on your hardware. If you meet the recommended specs, you can likely run the game at high settings. If you're closer to the minimum specs, start with low settings and gradually increase them until you find a balance between visual quality and performance. Experiment with resolution and anti-aliasing for the biggest impact.
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FINAL FANTASY XIII Game Info

Developer

Square Enix Business Division 1

Publisher

Square Enix

Release Date

December 17, 2009

Platforms

PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360

Genres

Role-playing (RPG)Adventure

Game Modes

  • Single player
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FINAL FANTASY XIII Screenshots

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