Can I run Monster Hunter: World?
Official Monster Hunter: World system requirements, player reports on Monster Hunter: World performance, and a check against your GPU and CPU.
Official system requirements
Published on the Steam store page by the developer. This is that text, not a benchmark.
Minimum
- OS
- Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-4460 / Intel Core i3-9100F / AMD FX-6300 / AMD Ryzen 3 3200G
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon R7 260x / AMD Radeon RX 560
- DirectX
- Version 11
- Storage
- 52 GB available space
- Sound
- DirectSound
- Notes
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Network: Broadband Internet connection - These specs allow for the game to be played in 1080p/30fps with graphics settings at "Low". - 64-bit processor and operating system are required.
Recommended
- OS
- Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11
- Processor
- Intel Core i7-3770 / Intel Core i3-8350 / Intel Core i3-9350F / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X / AMD Ryzen 5 3400G
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (VRAM 3GB) / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon RX 480 / AMD Radeon RX 570
- DirectX
- Version 12
- Storage
- 52 GB available space
- Sound
- DirectSound
- Notes
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Network: Broadband Internet connection - These specs allow for the game to be played in 1080p/30fps with graphics settings at "High". - 64-bit processor and operating system are required. - Windows 10 (Version 1809 or later) and a 4GB VRAM GPU (graphics board or video card) are required for DirectX 12 API. ※ If you are using Windows 11, please ensure that your system meets the Windows 11 system requirements.
What players say about performance
The game generally runs well for many players, with smooth performance at 60fps on mid-range to high-end hardware, but some reports mention optimization issues and FPS drops in demanding situations.
Drawn from 24 reviews that mention performance.
Common problems
- Optimization issues causing FPS drops in complex areas and during particle-heavy boss fights.
- Performance dips below 40fps reported on lower-end hardware.
- Some instances of game crashes, stuttering, and unsteady frame rates.
What runs it well
- Capable of running at 60fps on mid-range and high-end GPUs with appropriate settings.
- Smooth gameplay reported in some configurations with moderate settings.
- Tweakable settings like turning off volumetric effects can improve performance.
- The game runs well on newer hardware with high settings without significant issues.
Check your PC
Pick a GPU and a CPU. The result compares their class with the parts named in the official requirements. It is not an FPS estimate.