HANDS OVER lists a minimum PC specification on Steam. The listing is short: Windows 10/11, an Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD FX-8350, 8 GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon R9 280.
The recommended tier, storage requirement, DirectX version and Steam Deck status are not published. That leaves some practical questions open, but the minimum is enough to do a basic compatibility check.
Minimum requirements
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10/11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-4460 / AMD FX-8350 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 / AMD Radeon R9 280 |
| Storage | Not listed |
| DirectX | Not listed |
| Recommended specs | Not listed |
| Network | Online multiplayer required; connection details not listed |
The same minimum appears on the demo page. That is consistent with the demo being a slice of the full game rather than a separate build.
What the minimum means in practice
The listed CPU and GPU are older entry-level hardware. The i5-4460 and FX-8350 launched in the mid-2010s; the GTX 960 and R9 280 are from the same era. A machine with those parts is at the low end of modern gaming PCs, not a high-refresh gaming rig.
That does not mean the game will run badly. Stylized multiplayer games can scale well, and the minimum is set by the developer. It does mean you should not expect the minimum to equal a smooth, high-setting experience.
8 GB of RAM is the floor, not a comfortable target. If your system is already near 8 GB with background applications, close what you do not need before playing. The game is online, so browser tabs, Discord and streaming software all compete for memory.
What is missing from the listing
- Recommended specs. No tier for higher settings or frame rates.
- Storage size. No install footprint is listed.
- DirectX version. No API requirement is shown.
- Steam Deck rating. No compatibility badge is shown at the time of checking.
- macOS / Linux support. Only Windows 10/11 is listed.
- Network requirements. Online play is required, but bandwidth and ping guidance are not published.
Those gaps are not unusual for a pre-release Steam page. They are still gaps. Do not buy a storage upgrade or a Steam Deck based on a guess.
How to check your PC
- Confirm Windows 10 or 11. The store page does not list Windows 8.1, macOS or Linux.
- Compare your CPU. Look up your processor model and compare it with the i5-4460 / FX-8350 class. A newer i3 or Ryzen 3 may still be capable, but the developer’s list is the only official baseline.
- Compare your GPU. The GTX 960 / R9 280 are the floor. Laptop GPUs with similar names can perform differently from desktop cards.
- Check RAM. You need at least 8 GB. More headroom helps with Discord and a browser.
- Leave storage space. No install size is published, so keep free space rather than filling the drive.
- Try the demo. The demo uses the same listed minimum and is the most direct test available before launch.
Laptop and handheld notes
Laptop versions of the GTX 960-era GPUs are not always equivalent to their desktop names. If you are on a laptop, check the exact GPU model rather than the marketing name.
Steam Deck compatibility is not confirmed. The store page does not show a compatibility rating at the time of checking. Do not assume the game is Deck Verified because it is stylized or runs on modest hardware.
Will the requirements change?
They can. Early Access games often update their minimum and recommended specs as content and optimization change. The Steam page is the authoritative source. If the listing changes, this page will be updated with the new values and a date.
Before you buy
The safest sequence is:
- Check the minimum against your PC.
- Install the free demo.
- Play a session with other people, not just the menu.
- Decide whether the performance and the social loop are acceptable.
The demo guide covers installation, group finding and what the demo includes. The release page covers the launch date and platform status.
