A top-of-the-line PC can offer up a visually impressive gaming experience, but players with an older PC rig also have a vast catalog of great video games to choose from. Many games run well on old PCs, and low-end PC games can be just as enjoyable as their high-spec counterparts.

Below, we’ve assembled a list of some of the best games for low-end PCs, whether big-budget classics that still hold up or smaller games that were never that demanding to begin with. These low-spec games may be small on system requirements, but they’re big on content and entertainment. Every game is proof that you don’t need the latest GPU or a massive amount of RAM to be a PC gamer.
 

Best games for low-end PCs

The following are some of the best games for low-end PCs available on the Epic Games Store. We selected some of the best PC games with low requirements. Each one earned a good reputation with a combination of solid gameplay, mechanics, replay value, and accessibility. Any of them would make a great choice for someone looking for a top-quality, low-spec PC game. If you see an interesting game, just follow the link we’ve provided to find its minimum and recommended PC specs on every Epic Games Store page. 

Doom + Doom II

Two classic first-person shooters—developer id Software’s iconic Doom and Doom II—are bundled into one package that won’t demand much from your PC. These low-spec legends still hold up, challenging you to fight your way through hordes of demons with your trusty shotgun, chainsaw, and BFG. 

Frogun

Developer Molegato’s Frogun is an adorable platformer with a retro 32-bit art style that fits perfectly into the low-spec PC game mold. Players traverse levels using the titular Frogun to avoid obstacles, reach new areas, and collect objects in this vibrant, family-friendly choice.

Warframe

Warframe is a third-person action MMORPG that developer Digital Extremes released more than a decade ago and has been updating ever since. Players suit up in space ninja exosuits, each with their own set of skills and abilities. Between missions, Warframe has many open-world planets to explore. You can even do a little fishing. Its frenetic action and impressive sci-fi universe make it one of the best low-spec games—and it’s free-to-play as well!

Journey

The critically acclaimed Journey takes players on a, well, journey through a desert full of ancient ruins and giant beasts. There’s no combat in Journey, and its storytelling is purely visual. It’s a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind, low-spec PC game. 

The Jackbox Party Pack

The Jackbox Party Pack games are a great choice for a game night with your friends. Take part in a variety of trivia, fill-in-the-blank, and other quirky party games with your pals, either locally or online. Not only are the Jackbox games some of the best PC games with low system requirements, but developer Jackbox Games has created an entire series of them, so there’s plenty of variety. 

Cave Story+

While it may be low on graphic fidelity, Cave Story+ has a lot of depth. It’s a challenging retro platformer with a ton to discover as players make their way through its twisting caverns. Its cartridge-era graphics make it a great choice for anyone looking for a low-spec PC game and a bit of nostalgia, thanks to the developers at Nicalis, Inc. and Studio Pixel. 

Batman: Arkham Asylum GOTY Edition

When Batman: Arkham Asylum first launched, it was widely praised for its impressive and detailed graphics as well as its innovative combat, making it one of the best Batman games ever made. Now that it’s been out for over a decade though, it’s not as tough to run on a PC as it used to be. Batman: Arkham Asylum is still an enjoyable adventure that no longer requires a high-end PC to experience in all its glory.

Rogue Legacy 2

This quirky roguelike action platformer tasks players with exploring a randomly generated castle. The twist? Each time the player-character dies, their next of kin takes over the fight. The offspring can come with any number of odd quirks or enhancements, making each run a unique experience. While developer Cellar Door Games’ Rogue Legacy 2 has a colorful cartoonish art style to it, it doesn’t require a lot of horsepower, making it a great choice for anyone looking for a low-spec PC game.

Alien: Isolation

Inspired by the classic sci-fi film series, developer Creative Assembly’s Alien: Isolation puts players aboard a spaceship attempting to elude a deadly Xenomorph. It’s a suspenseful action-horror game, acclaimed by both critics and players. If you’re looking for a singleplayer horror game experience, Alien: Isolation is a great option with (at least by today's standards) low-spec requirements.

Sonic Mania

Developer Lab42’s Sonic Mania harkens back to Sonic the Hedgehog’s early days as a 16-bit platformer mascot, and it doesn’t require much PC power to get Sonic and his friends moving as fast as they can. Sonic Mania is both one of the series’ best modern instalments and a low-spec gem. 

Rocket League

Developer Psyonix’s competitive title combines soccer with rocket-powered cars in an engrossing game that scales down well on low-spec PCs. Rocket League has a strong online community, so there are always plenty of players to challenge to a match. Better yet? It’s also free-to-play.

Among Us

Developer Innersloth’s Among Us is an amusing (and occasionally tense) social game where players attempt to repair a spaceship while trying to figure out which players are actually alien saboteurs. It's a small indie title with low-spec PC requirements, and it became popular thanks to its cartoon art style and the goofy social moments that many games lead to. It’s a great party game that will run even on aging PCs. 

Fall Guys

Fall Guys is developer Mediatonic’s free-to-play royale game where players face off in obstacle course races and competitive mini-games to claim the gold crown of victory. It’s a modern party game with a vibrant and active community that won’t tax low-end PCs. It’s also a great fit to play in short bursts. 

Fortnite

Developer Epic Games’ Fortnite is not only among the most popular modern free-to-play games, but it’s also comfortable running on low-spec PCs. Fortnite allows players to face off in battle royale matches, play many diverse community-made experiences, and explore the robust sandboxes of LEGO® Fortnite. It’s one of the best low-spec PC games available. 

Play more on the Epic Games Store

There’s a massive amount of low-spect to play in the Epic Games Store. Be sure to browse through our catalog for a game that’s just right for you and your PC, and make sure you check out the Epic Games Store's news page to catch up on the latest from all of your favorite developers about all of your favorite games.