Can I run Cave Story+?
Cave Story+ needs at least 64MB RAM, and 256MB RAM, non-integrated is recommended. Below: estimated FPS for popular graphics cards and a free check for your own PC.
- ReleaseNov 22, 2011
- Playing now17
- Steam user reviews92 % positive
- Steam DeckPlayable
- ProtonDBplatinum
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Cave Story+ system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP | Windows 7 |
| Processor | Intel Core Solo | Intel Core Duo 2.0 Ghz and above |
| Graphics | 64MB RAM | 256MB RAM, non-integrated |
| Memory | 128 MB RAM | 512 MB RAM |
| Storage | 200 MB HD space | 200 MB HD space |
Estimated FPS in Cave Story+
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+ | 500+ |
| 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+ |
Steam Deck, Valve rating: Playable
Which graphics card do I need for Cave Story+?
The cheapest current graphics card that reaches each goal, paired with a fast processor.
- 1080p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
- 1440p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
- 1440p High · 144 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
- 4K High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~500 FPSAmazon ↗
Prices change often, check the current price in the store. Price check: 9/30/2026.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I run Cave Story+?
- Cave Story+ needs at least 64MB RAM, and 256MB RAM, non-integrated is recommended. 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 Cave Story+?
- Minimum: graphics 64MB RAM, processor Intel Core Solo, RAM 128 MB RAM. Recommended graphics card: 256MB RAM, non-integrated.
