PC Requirements
Village in the Shade System Requirements for PC
Village in the Shade has modest PC requirements. The minimum spec asks for an Intel Core i5-6400, 8 GB of RAM and a GeForce GTX 750 Ti, while the recommended spec raises that to an Intel Core i5-12500, 16 GB of RAM and a GeForce GTX 1650.
The game requires Windows 10 or Windows 11, DirectX 11, a 64-bit processor and 9 GB of free storage. Steam Deck is currently listed as Verified.
System requirements are checked against the current official Steam listing.
Quick Facts
Core PC Requirements
Minimum CPU
Intel Core i5-6400
Recommended CPU
Intel Core i5-12500
Minimum RAM
8 GB
Recommended RAM
16 GB
Storage
9 GB available space
Steam Deck
Verified
Safe starting point
- Windows 10 or 11
- Modern 64-bit processor
- 16 GB RAM
- GTX 1650-class graphics
- At least 9 GB free storage
Minimum RAM
8 GB
This is the official entry point, but background apps can quickly eat into that margin.
Recommended RAM
16 GB
A safer target for smoother multitasking and fewer memory bottlenecks.
Steam Deck
Verified
Valve compatibility confirms playability, not a specific frame-rate target.
Official Specs
Minimum and Recommended System Requirements
Steam lists the following minimum and recommended PC specifications for Village in the Shade.
Minimum Requirements
- Operating system
- Windows 10 or Windows 11
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-6400
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti
- DirectX
- Version 11
- Storage
- 9 GB available space
- Architecture
- 64-bit processor and operating system
Recommended Requirements
- Operating system
- Windows 10 or Windows 11
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-12500
- Memory
- 16 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
- DirectX
- Version 11
- Storage
- 9 GB available space
- Architecture
- 64-bit processor and operating system
Quick Comparison
Minimum vs Recommended Specifications
The biggest jump is in CPU and memory, which suggests the game should be approachable on older hardware but feel better on a newer budget PC.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5-6400 | Intel Core i5-12500 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| GPU | GTX 750 Ti | GTX 1650 |
| DirectX | 11 | 11 |
| Storage | 9 GB | 9 GB |
| OS | Windows 10/11 | Windows 10/11 |
Can My PC Run It
Quick Verdicts
These are practical reading notes, not guarantees. Exact results still depend on cooling, drivers and background tasks.
Older gaming PC
May run at reduced settings
Modern budget PC
Likely suitable
Integrated graphics laptop
Not officially confirmed
Steam Deck
Verified
Mac
Not supported natively
Native Linux
Not announced
Low-End PC Performance
A low-end PC has a better chance if it is close to the minimum spec, uses a dedicated GPU and keeps background tasks under control. Lower resolution, shadows and effects first if performance is poor.
- Close browsers and launchers before playing.
- Use fullscreen mode and a 30 FPS cap if needed.
- Keep drivers up to date and free space above the 9 GB minimum.
Integrated Graphics
Integrated graphics support has not been officially confirmed. Intel UHD, Intel Iris Xe and similar solutions should not be treated as guaranteed support until direct testing is available.
Newer integrated GPUs may still perform better than the listed minimum GPU in some cases, but the page should stay cautious until benchmarks are published.
Laptop Guidance
Laptop GPU Checklist
Laptop graphics chips vary by power limit and cooling, so the model name alone is not enough.
Laptop checklist
- At least 8 GB of RAM
- 64-bit Windows
- Dedicated GPU enabled
- Power mode set to performance
- Game assigned to the high-performance GPU
- At least 9 GB of free storage
- 16 GB RAM is preferable for multitasking
| Laptop GPU | Expected status |
|---|---|
| GTX 1650 Laptop GPU | Meets the recommended GPU class |
| GTX 1050 Ti Laptop GPU | Likely above the minimum GPU class |
| GTX 1050 Laptop GPU | Likely suitable near lower settings |
| MX450 | Requires testing |
| MX350 | May be below the ideal target |
| Intel Iris Xe | Unconfirmed |
| Intel UHD Graphics | Likely below the safe target |
| Modern Radeon integrated GPU | Requires testing |
Processor Requirements
The Core i5-6400 is the minimum CPU. Older four-core chips and many newer i3 or Ryzen 3 / Ryzen 5 processors may meet the lower target, but the official requirement remains the listed Intel model.
The much newer i5-12500 likely points to smoother performance in busy village areas, but that is an interpretation of the hardware gap rather than a published performance promise.
Graphics, RAM and Storage
The GTX 750 Ti is the entry point, while the GTX 1650 is the recommended graphics card. Steam currently lists only NVIDIA examples.
Eight gigabytes of RAM is enough to meet the minimum, but 16 GB gives more headroom for browsers, launchers and Windows tasks.
Storage is listed at 9 GB. The page should still recommend keeping more than the bare minimum free because updates and cache files can use extra space.
SSD, DirectX and OS
Steam does not currently list an SSD requirement. DirectX 11 is the official requirement for both minimum and recommended systems, and Windows 10 or Windows 11 are both supported.
Windows 7, Windows 8 and DirectX 12 are not listed as official requirements.
Resolution and Performance
Steam does not currently publish a target resolution or frame-rate goal. Avoid claiming that the minimum spec equals 720p 30 FPS or that the recommended spec guarantees 1080p 60 FPS.
Good test targets after release include 720p and 1080p, low to high settings, 30 FPS stability, 60 FPS stability and busy village scenes.
Steam Deck
Steam Deck Support
Valve's Verified status confirms compatibility, not a specific frame-rate guarantee.
Verified details
- All functionality accessible with the default controller config
- Controller icons are displayed
- Interface text is legible
- Default graphics settings perform well
- The game runs successfully on SteamOS
Recommended follow-up tests
- 30 FPS and 40 FPS settings
- Battery life and fan noise
- Suspend and resume
- Shader stutter
- Docked output and text readability
Mac and Linux
No native macOS version is currently listed, and no native Linux release has been announced. Steam Deck Verified only confirms that the Windows build runs through the Valve compatibility layer.
Performance Tips
- Update the GPU driver.
- Close browsers and background applications.
- Use fullscreen mode.
- Reduce the resolution and lower shadows.
- Set a 30 FPS limit if needed.
- Assign the game to the dedicated GPU on laptops.
- Keep more than the minimum storage free.
Examples
Can I Run It?
These example configurations are approximate interpretations of the official requirements.
Core i5-6400, 8 GB RAM, GTX 750 Ti
This matches the official minimum specification and should start with low settings.
Core i5-8400, 16 GB RAM, GTX 1050 Ti
Better than the minimum GPU and memory, but the CPU still sits below the recommended class.
Ryzen 5 3600, 16 GB RAM, GTX 1650
This should be close to the preferred hardware level listed by the publisher.
Intel Iris Xe, 16 GB RAM
Integrated graphics are not officially listed, so this remains unconfirmed.
Confirmed
Confirmed and Unconfirmed Information
Keep these labels separate so the page does not turn guesses into facts.
Confirmed
- Windows 10 and Windows 11 are supported.
- 64-bit processor and operating system required.
- Minimum CPU is i5-6400.
- Recommended CPU is i5-12500.
- Minimum RAM is 8 GB.
- Recommended RAM is 16 GB.
- Minimum GPU is GTX 750 Ti.
- Recommended GPU is GTX 1650.
- DirectX 11 is required.
- Storage requirement is 9 GB.
- Steam Deck status is Verified.
Not yet confirmed
- Target frame rate
- Target resolution
- Graphics presets
- AMD GPU equivalents
- Integrated-graphics support
- SSD performance difference
- Ultra-wide support
- HDR support
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers for the most common PC requirement questions.
What are the minimum requirements for Village in the Shade?
Windows 10 or 11, an Intel Core i5-6400, 8 GB RAM, a GeForce GTX 750 Ti, DirectX 11 and 9 GB of storage.
What are the recommended requirements?
Windows 10 or 11, an Intel Core i5-12500, 16 GB RAM, a GeForce GTX 1650, DirectX 11 and 9 GB of storage.
Does Village in the Shade require an SSD?
No SSD requirement is currently listed on the official Steam page.
Is Village in the Shade Steam Deck Verified?
Yes. SteamDB currently records the game as Steam Deck Verified.
Does Village in the Shade support Windows 11?
Yes. Windows 10 and Windows 11 are both officially supported.
Can the GTX 750 Ti run Village in the Shade?
The GTX 750 Ti is the official minimum GPU.
Final Check
Check Whether Your PC Is Ready for Kagatsu Village
Village in the Shade does not require high-end hardware, but players near the minimum spec may need to lower resolution and visual settings. The safest target is Windows 10 or 11, a modern 64-bit processor, 16 GB of RAM, GTX 1650-class graphics and 9 GB or more of free storage.
Last verified: July 29, 2026.
Sources
- Steam store page for Village in the Shade
- SteamDB Steam Deck compatibility listing