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This futuristic action-platformer combines shooting and puzzles with the story of an amnesiac boy who wakes in a dark cave. As he explores the world, he discovers a... Read more

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System Requirements Cave Story

Minimum System Requirements

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The minimum system requirements for Cave Story specify the PC configuration on which the game can be run without issues at minimum graphics settings.

• OS: Windows XP
• CPU: Intel Pentium 4 1.60GHz; AMD Athlon XP 1600+ [Will it run?]
• RAM: 128 MB
• Free Space: 200 MB
• Video Card: Intel HD 3000 (64 MB) [Compare with your own]
• Additional: Keyboard, mouse

Recommended System Requirements

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Recommended system requirements for Cave Story show the type of computer needed to run the game at maximum graphics settings while playing without lag and with a high frame rate (FPS).

• OS: Windows 7
• CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E4400 @ 2.00GHz; AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 3600+ [Will it run?]
• RAM: 512 MB
• Free Space: 200 MB
• Video Card: Intel HD 4000 (256 MB) [Compare with your own]
• Additional: Keyboard, mouse

Requirements updated: August 29, 2025

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Will Cave Story run on my PC?

Minimum to run Cave Story: processor Intel Pentium 4 1.60GHz; AMD Athlon XP 1600+, graphics card Intel HD 3000 (64 MB), 128 MB of RAM. Check your computer with the free test on this page.

How much does Cave Story weigh on PC?

To install Cave Story you need 200 MB of free disk space.

What graphics card is needed for Cave Story?

The minimum graphics card for Cave Story: Intel HD 3000 (64 MB). Recommended: Intel HD 4000 (256 MB).

How much RAM is needed for Cave Story?

For Cave Story, at least 128 MB of RAM is required. Recommended 512 MB.