Cupid Parasite
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Recommended
- FX-8350
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce GTX 1630 (~144 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Playable · ~128 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Adventure, Simulation
- Release
- Sep 22, 2026
- Developer
- Idea Factory
- Publisher
- Idea Factory International
In finding love for the Parasite 5, will Cupid find love herself?
Visual NovelOtomeFemale ProtagonistRomanceDating SimSingleplayerAnimeCasualCuteFunny
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What you need for Cupid Parasite
Cupid Parasite needs about a GeForce GTX 1630 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce GTX 1630 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce GTX 1630 | Ryzen 3 3100 |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 6400 | Core i3-9100F |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Cupid Parasite →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 240 | 168 | 101 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 300+ | 235 | 141 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 300+ | 300+ | 212 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 300+ | 300+ | 232 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 300+ | 300+ | 252 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 300+ | 300+ | 262 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 300+ | 300+ | 292 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 300+ | 300+ | 297 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Cupid Parasite system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel i5 2.3GHz or AMD A9 2.9GHz No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | Intel i5 3.3GHz or AMD FX-8350 4.0GHz |
| Graphics | VRAM 1GB or more No specific model named. Estimated from the video memory requirement. | VRAM 1GB or more No specific model named. Estimated from the video memory requirement. |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Video memory | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Storage | 5 GB | 5 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
Source: Steam.
Cupid Parasite on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Playable
Steam Deck · playable
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
Steam Machine · playable
- !Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
- ✗Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- ✗External controllers not supported primary player
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 128 ultra | Steam Deck Playable |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 182 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 211 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 189 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 189 ultra | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Keyboard & mouse
- DLC
- 0
- Steam achievements
- 25
- Features
- Single-playerSteam AchievementsSteam Trading CardsCustom Volume ControlsKeyboard Only Option#category_playable_at_your_own_pacePlayable without Timed InputDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportSave AnytimeStereo SoundSubtitle OptionsPartial Controller SupportSteam CloudFamily Sharing
- Languages (1)
- English
Latest news & patches
- Cupid Parasite Steam Page Gets a New Makeover! *muah*2026-08-25
- CUPID PARASITE LAUNCHES FOR STEAM ON SEPTEMBER 222026-06-23
- Sign up for Cupid Parasite Closed Beta Testing!2026-04-22
- Cupid Parasite Arrives on Steam in 2026!2026-04-22
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Cupid Parasite run on a GTX 1650?
Yes. The GeForce GTX 1650 is well above Cupid Parasite's recommended spec. We estimate ~240 fps at 1080p high (range 192–288, medium confidence, ±20%), GPU-limited. At 1440p high expect ~168 fps, so every preset holds 60 fps. Its 4 GB of video memory covers the 1 GB the game recommends. Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Cupid Parasite run on Steam Deck?
Yes, with issues. Valve rates Cupid Parasite Steam Deck Playable. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~128 fps on the ultra preset (range 102–154, medium confidence, ±20%). 60 fps is reachable on the ultra preset. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Cupid Parasite at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce GTX 1630 or faster: ~101 fps (range 81–121, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce GTX 1630 is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce GTX 1630. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Cupid Parasite by brand.
Can I run Cupid Parasite on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~192 fps (range 154–230, medium confidence, ±20%). Cupid Parasite on the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Cupid Parasite need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 4 GB of RAM minimum and 4 GB recommended for Cupid Parasite. For the graphics card it lists video memory of 1 GB at minimum and 1 GB recommended.
How much storage does Cupid Parasite take?
Cupid Parasite needs 5 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 10 64-bit.