Overwatch: release and system requirements

The MMO shooter Overwatch is now available. We give you information about the system requirements for the PC.

Overwatch: release dates and system requirements

The complete version for PC has already been released. The system requirements to play the game on the PC are as follows:

• Processor: If you want to play Overwatch on the PC, you should have at least an Intel Core i3 or AMD Phenom X3 865, better still an Intel Core i5 or AMD Phenom II X3 with 2.8 GHz.
• RAM: 6 GB is required for a real smooth gaming experience. However, the game also runs with 4 GB.
• Graphics card: Use an Nvidia GeForce GTX 460, ATI Radeon HD 4850 or Intel HD Graphics 4400. With an Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 or ATI Radeon HD 7950, you play it safe.
• Hard drive: The game requires 5 GB of space on your hard drive.

Overwatch: competitive game mode

Blizzard plans to add a competitive Ranked mode to Overwatch.

• The mode will appear in June 2016 as an update to the final version.
• The mode was already included in the previous closed betas.

Read also how you can get a beta key for Overwatch now.