SOMA System Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • OS : 64-bit Windows Vista
  • Processor : Core i3 / AMD A6 2.4Ghz
  • Memory : 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / AMD Radeon HD 5750. OpenGL 3.3
  • Storage : 25 GB available space
  • Additional Notes : Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series or better), but with issues.
  • OS : 64-bit Windows 7
  • Processor : Core i5 / AMD FX 2.4Ghz
  • Memory : 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 / AMD Radeon HD 5970. OpenGL 3.3
  • Storage : 25 GB available space
  • Additional Notes : Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series or better), but with issues.

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Graphics Requirements

To run SOMA it is recommended that you have a minimum of an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / AMD Radeon HD 5750. OpenGL 3.3. The recommended graphic card for the best visual experience is an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 / AMD Radeon HD 5970. OpenGL 3.3 (or better).

Running SOMA on a graphics card that is above the recommended specifications will allow you to achieve the highest levels of visual detail and the best frame rates. Good frame rates can be beneficial when playing competitive games. A higher frame rate will reduce input lag allowing you to react more quickly to events on screen.

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CPU Requirements

SOMA requires that you have a minimum of an Core i3 / AMD A6 2.4Ghz processor. For the best game experience an Core i5 / AMD FX 2.4Ghz (or better) processor is recommended.

Some games require a powerful CPU in order to manage the game engine. The game engine deals with things like processing network communications for multi-player games and the AI of your enemies in strategy games. Some games are considered CPU intensive or CPU dependent. Most modern games offload work directly to the GPU and don't require a powerful CPU for demanding visuals.

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Memory Requirements

It is recommended that you have a minimum of 4 GB RAM to run SOMA. The recommended amount of memory for the best game experience is 8 GB RAM (or more).

Having more than the recommended level of RAM for a game will usually not yield much extra gaming performance. However it may be useful if your computer runs other applications in the background.

Storage Requirements

You should have a minimum of 25 GB available space to install and run SOMA.

An SSD (Solid State Drive) will generally deliver faster game load times than a HDD with a fixed head. Having more than the recommended level of storage available for a game will usually not improve your experience.

Operating System Requirements

SOMA runs on 64-bit Windows Vista. The recommended operating system the best compatability is 64-bit Windows 7.

Meeting operating system requirements is not always necessary and can sometimes be overlooked. However running an old operating system will usually mean you may have to install extra drivers and encounter unsupported game crashes.

Platforms

SOMA was first released on Sep 21, 2015. It is currently available on the following platforms:

  • Playstation 4
  • Xbox One

An alternative to expensive graphics cards and CPU purchases is console gaming. You may not get the absolute best frame rates or visual quality but if a game is available for a console you can usually be sure of an acceptable level of performance at all times.

Additional Requirements

In addition to the above specified requirements you may also need to the following:

  • Additional Notes : Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series or better), but with issues.