Escape From Duckov is a top-down, single-player looter-shooter set across large maps with dense AI activity and frequent inventory streaming. That mix puts steady pressure on both your graphics card and CPU. Here’s the hardware tier you need to play comfortably, how to check your current setup, and the fixes that reliably smooth out stutter and crashes.

Escape From Duckov GPU requirements (Windows and Mac)

These are the baseline and recommended specs for a stable experience. The Windows listing aligns with the game’s current store requirements. You can also review the official Windows and macOS specs on the Steam store page once you’re ready to install.

Install or view the system requirements on Steam

Component Windows — Minimum Windows — Recommended macOS — Minimum
OS Windows 10 (64-bit) Windows 10 (64-bit) macOS 15.6.1
CPU Intel Core i7‑9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600 Intel Core i7‑9700 or AMD Ryzen 7 5700 Apple M3
Memory (RAM) 8 GB 16 GB 16 GB
Graphics (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600 Integrated (M3)
API DirectX 11 DirectX 11 —
Storage 16 GB available 16 GB available (SSD recommended) —
VR support None None None
Note: Store listings differ slightly on API and storage in some places. Target DirectX 11 support and plan for at least 16GB of free space for a trouble-free install.

What GPU tier you actually need for 1080p

  • Minimum class (GTX 1060 / RX 6500 XT): Playable at low-to-medium settings; expect dips during busy scenes.
  • Recommended class (RTX 2060 / RX 6600): The sensible target for smoother 1080p with higher settings and fewer drops.
  • VRAM headroom: Aim for 6GB of VRAM to keep texture quality up and reduce streaming hitches; 3GB is the practical floor.

If you’re hovering at the minimum on GPU, prioritize 16GB of system RAM and an SSD install to keep stalls in check.

Check your PC specs quickly (Windows)

  • OS and RAM: Press Windows key + R, type msinfo32, press Enter. Check OS Name and Installed Physical Memory.
  • CPU and GPU: Press Windows key + R, type dxdiag, press Enter. See the System tab for CPU and Display tab for GPU.
  • Storage: In File Explorer, right‑click your install drive, select Properties, and confirm free space.

Fix stutter and low FPS (most effective first)

  • Install the game on an SSD. This cuts load times and reduces streaming hitches during traversal.
  • Use 16GB of RAM. Moving from 8GB to 16GB helps avoid paging and texture stalls.
  • Update your GPU drivers. Fresh drivers reduce crashes and shader compilation hiccups.
  • Close background apps. Browsers, overlays, and recorders can steal CPU and VRAM.
  • Lower the right settings first. Shadows and post‑processing typically return the most FPS per notch.
  • Use resolution scaling or drop resolution if you’re GPU‑bound.
  • Set Windows power plan to High performance while gaming to keep clocks stable.
  • Watch temperatures. Thermal throttling looks like sudden, periodic FPS drops; clean dust and improve airflow if needed.

Swapping to a new graphics card? Fully remove old drivers (especially when changing brands) before installing the new set to prevent conflicts.

Known issues to watch for

  • Windowed‑mode scaling can look wrong on some setups. Use fullscreen or borderless as a workaround until it’s patched.
  • Unexpected closes can follow major driver changes or OS updates. Reboot after driver updates, verify game files, and avoid running multiple overlays simultaneously.

Storage, install, and platform notes

  • Plan for ~16GB installed, but leave extra headroom (20–25GB) for patches. SSD install is strongly recommended.
  • The game is single‑player and works offline once installed, but platform logins may be required for initial setup.

In‑game “graphics card” items: where to find them

Separate from your PC hardware, graphics cards also appear as loot in Escape From Duckov. Basic cards show up in safes, lockers, and desktop computers. A commonly farmed early‑game spot is the grey house, which includes two lockers and a safe in close proximity.

Upgrade priorities if you’re below spec

  • RAM: Move from 8GB to 16GB first for the best cost‑to‑stability gain.
  • Storage: Migrate the game to an SSD to reduce loads and traversal stutter.
  • GPU: Step up to an RTX 2060 / RX 6600 class card for stable 1080p on higher settings.
  • CPU: Consider only if you’re CPU‑bound and your platform supports a drop‑in upgrade.

If you’re targeting a consistent 1080p experience, the RTX 2060/RX 6600 tier, 16GB of RAM, and an SSD install hit the sweet spot. With those in place and a few settings tweaks, Duckov’s larger maps and raids stay fluid even when the action ramps up.