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Middle-earth: Shadow of War System Requirements

September 27, 2017IUGO Mobile Entertainment

Continue Talion's fight in Mordor with this free-to-play, real-time RPG set in Middle-earth. Encounter familiar faces from both Shadow of Mordor and The Lord of the Rings.

Middle-earth: Shadow of War Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: AMD FX-4350, 4.2, AMD HD 7870,, 6 GB RAM. Recommended: 16 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 7 SP1 with Platform Update
Processor
AMD FX-4350, 4.2 GHz / Intel Core i5-2300, 2.8 GHzCPU Deals
RAM
6 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
AMD HD 7870, 2 GB / NVIDIA GTX 660, 2 GBGPU Deals
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
60 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 10
Processor
AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz / Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHzCPU Deals
RAM
16 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
AMD RX 480, 4 GB / NVIDIA GTX 970, 4 GBGPU Deals
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
60 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for Middle-earth: Shadow of War

#1

Lower shadow quality for a significant performance boost.

#2

Reduce texture quality if you're running out of VRAM.

#3

Disable or lower anti-aliasing for smoother gameplay.

#4

Close unnecessary background applications to free up RAM.

Middle-earth: Shadow of War System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Middle-earth: Shadow of War on a low-end PC?
If your PC meets the minimum requirements (AMD FX-4350/Intel Core i5-2300, AMD HD 7870/NVIDIA GTX 660, 6GB RAM), you should be able to run the game at lower settings and resolutions. Performance may vary.
What GPU do I need for Middle-earth: Shadow of War?
For minimum settings, an AMD HD 7870 (2GB) or NVIDIA GTX 660 (2GB) is required. For recommended settings, aim for an AMD RX 480 (4GB) or NVIDIA GTX 970 (4GB).
How much RAM does Middle-earth: Shadow of War need?
The game requires a minimum of 6GB of RAM. However, 16GB of RAM is recommended for a smoother experience and higher settings.
Will Middle-earth: Shadow of War run on integrated graphics?
Integrated graphics are unlikely to provide a playable experience. A dedicated graphics card meeting the minimum requirements is highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for Middle-earth: Shadow of War?
Experiment with different settings. Start with 'Medium' and adjust shadows, textures, and anti-aliasing based on your PC's performance. Disabling motion blur can also help.
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Middle-earth: Shadow of War Game Info

Developer

IUGO Mobile Entertainment

Publisher

WB Games

Release Date

September 27, 2017

Platforms

Android, iOS

Genres

StrategyTactical

Game Modes

  • Single player
  • Multiplayer

Middle-earth: Shadow of War Screenshots

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