Rift of the NecroDancer
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- Core i3-2100
- Recommended
- GeForce GTX 1630 · Core i3-9100F (our estimate)
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce GTX 1630 (~76 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Verified · ~98 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Indie, RPG
- Release
- Feb 5, 2025
- Developer
- Brace Yourself Games, Tic Toc Studios Inc.
- Publisher
- Klei Publishing
The NecroDancer's back in an all-new rhythm game! Dragged into a strange new world, Cadence must engage in musical combat with monsters surging through the Rift! Face pulse-pounding Rhythm Rifts where every beat is a battle, all set to an original soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky & friends.
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What you need for Rift of the NecroDancer
Rift of the NecroDancer needs about a GeForce GTX 1630 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 6400 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, low confidence, ±30%, 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 | Radeon RX 6400 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 6400 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Ryzen 3 3100 |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 6500 XT | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Rift of the NecroDancer →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 126 | 88 | 53 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 177 | 124 | 74 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 265 | 186 | 111 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 291 | 203 | 122 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 300+ | 221 | 133 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 300+ | 230 | 138 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 300+ | 256 | 154 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 300+ | 261 | 157 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 300+ | 300+ | 183 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 300+ | 300+ | 231 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 257 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 300+ | 300+ | 265 |
| 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.
Rift of the NecroDancer system requirements
The publisher lists only minimum specs. The recommended column is our estimate (marked est.): the cheapest current parts our model expects to hit 60 fps at 1080p high, one memory step above the minimum, and an SSD for large or recent games.
| Minimum | Recommended (our estimate) | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | 64-bit Windows 10 / 11 est. |
| Processor | Intel Core i3-2100 or AMD FX-4100, 6GB RAM | Core i3-9100F est. |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250 or AMD Radeon R7 240, 1GB VRAM No specific model named. Estimated from the video memory requirement. | GeForce GTX 1630 est. |
| Video memory | 1 GB | 2 GB est. |
Source: Steam.
Rift of the NecroDancer on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Verified
Steam Deck · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 98 ultra | Steam Deck Verified |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 96 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 111 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 99 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 99 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · 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
- Full
- DLC
- 29
- Steam achievements
- 35
- Features
- Single-playerSteam AchievementsFull controller supportSteam Trading CardsSteam WorkshopCamera ComfortColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyKeyboard Only OptionDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportSteam Input API SupportSteam CloudIncludes level editorFamily Sharing
- Languages (12)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Traditional Chinese
Full audio: English
Latest news & patches
- Hatsune Miku Makes a Radiant Return to Rift!2026-09-14
- Omega Strikers Music Pack is Out Now!2026-08-05
- Free Among Us - Seek Remix by Danny Baranowsky Available Now!2026-07-29
- K/DA hits the Rift2026-06-25
- Make Some Noise for Pride Month2026-06-18
- 1.15.0-b23349 Hotfix #8Patch2026-06-15
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Rift of the NecroDancer run on a GTX 1650?
Yes. The GeForce GTX 1650 is well above Rift of the NecroDancer's recommended spec. We estimate ~126 fps at 1080p high (range 88–164, low confidence, ±30%), GPU-limited. At 1440p high expect ~88 fps, so every preset holds 60 fps. Its 4 GB of video memory covers the 1 GB the game requires at minimum. Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Rift of the NecroDancer run on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates Rift of the NecroDancer Steam Deck Verified. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~98 fps on the ultra preset (range 69–127, low confidence, ±30%). 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 Rift of the NecroDancer at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 6400 or faster: ~88 fps (range 62–115, low confidence, ±30%). At 1080p high a GeForce GTX 1630 is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a Radeon RX 6500 XT. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Rift of the NecroDancer by brand.
Can I run Rift of the NecroDancer 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: ~101 fps (range 71–131, low confidence, ±30%). Rift of the NecroDancer on the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU.