Can I Run Second Source?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Integrated graphics with hardware-accelerated 2D canvas | Dedicated GPU | Detecting... |
| CPU | Dual-core 2.0 GHz | Quad-core 2.5 GHz | Detecting... |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 700 MB | 700 MB | — |
| DirectX | — | — | — |
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Every report on your desk is intelligence or bait. Four artifacts — agency, timestamp, position, text — and a planted one contradicts itself in exactly one. Call it before the clock does, hold the line as DEFCON drops, and when they breach the building, run the extraction on foot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Second Source on my PC?
To run Second Source you need at least integrated graphics, plus 4 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a dedicated GPU, plus 8 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Second Source?
Second Source minimum requirements: GPU: Integrated graphics with hardware-accelerated 2D canvas, CPU: Dual-core 2.0 GHz, RAM: 4 GB, Storage: 700 MB.
What are the recommended specs for Second Source?
Second Source recommended specs: GPU: Dedicated GPU, CPU: Quad-core 2.5 GHz, RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 700 MB.
How many GB is Second Source?
Second Source requires at least 700 MB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Second Source?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Second Source. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is Second Source CPU or GPU intensive?
Second Source is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.
Can Steam Deck run Second Source?
Second Source has not been officially tested on Steam Deck by Valve yet. Its compatibility status is Unknown. You may still try it, but results can vary.
How many players can run Second Source?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Second Source. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
