What are the system requirements for The Drifter?

Minimum: graphics DX10, DX11, and DX12-capable GPUs, processor X64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support, RAM 4 GB RAM.

Can I run The Drifter?

The Drifter needs at least DX10, DX11, and DX12-capable GPUs. Below: estimated FPS for popular graphics cards and a free check for your own PC.

ReleaseJul 17, 2025
Playing now9
Steam user reviews97 % positive
Steam DeckVerified
ProtonDBplatinum

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The Drifter system requirements

	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows 10 or later, 64-bit versions only	–
Processor	X64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support	estimated ≈ Core i5-6600K class (typical for a 2025 game)
Graphics	DX10, DX11, and DX12-capable GPUs	estimated ≈ GTX 650 class (from the minimum specs)
Memory	4 GB RAM	estimated 8 GB (from the minimum specs)
Storage	4 GB available space	–

Estimated FPS in The Drifter

High settings, no upscaling, with a fast processor (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Estimates from the game's requirements, not benchmarks.

Not yet checked against benchmarks, a rough estimate that can be off by 25 % or more.

Graphics card	1080p	1440p	4K
GTX 1060 6GB	500+	500+	351
GTX 1660 Super	500+	500+	500+
RTX 2060	500+	500+	500+
RTX 3060	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4060	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5060	500+	500+	500+
RX 9060 XT	500+	500+	500+
RTX 3070	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4070	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5070	500+	500+	500+
RX 7800 XT	500+	500+	500+
RX 9070 XT	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5070 Ti	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4080	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5080	500+	500+	500+
RTX 4090	500+	500+	500+
RTX 5090	500+	500+	500+

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Which graphics card do I need for The Drifter?

The cheapest current graphics card that reaches each goal, paired with a fast processor.

1080p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗
1440p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗
1440p High · 144 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗
4K High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSView on Amazon ↗

Prices change often, check the current price in the store. Price check: 10/7/2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I run The Drifter?: The Drifter needs at least DX10, DX11, and DX12-capable GPUs. Enter your graphics card and processor above to see your estimated FPS, or check your whole Steam library at once.
What are the system requirements for The Drifter?: Minimum: graphics DX10, DX11, and DX12-capable GPUs, processor X64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support, RAM 4 GB RAM.