How much RAM does Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch need?

Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch lists 8 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.

Is a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 still enough for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch?

It matches the game's stated target, so it will run, but it is an older part. A current card in the budget tier above gives you driver support and better efficiency for a similar outlay.

Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch System Requirements

Feb 19, 2021AdventureIndieFree To Play

Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch, released Feb 19, 2021, is an adventure / indie game from Yakir Israel, Adventure4Life Studios. Its recommended spec points at NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 graphics with an AMD FX-6300-class CPU; below we translate that into parts you can actually buy today.

Add to list View my list →

Official System Requirements

The minimum specs for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch call for 4 GB of RAM and 3 GB of storage.

The recommended specs for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch call for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660-class graphics, AMD FX-6300-class processor, 8 GB of RAM and 3 GB of storage.

Component	Minimum	Recommended
CPU	2.3 GHz Intel Core i3	AMD FX-6300
GPU	Intel HD Graphics 3000 1806 MB	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660
RAM	4 GB	8 GB
Storage	3 GB	3 GB

Original published requirement text

Minimum: Minimum:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS *: Microsoft Windows 7/8
Processor: 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 or AMD Athlon
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 3000 1806 MB
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 3 GB available space
Additional Notes: Need to manually set monitor resolution to 1920x1080

Recommended: Recommended:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS *: Microsoft Windows 7/8/10
Processor: Intel Core i5-3470, 3.20GHz or AMD FX-6300, 3.5Ghz
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: nVIDIA GeForce GTX 660, 2 GB or AMD Radeon HD 7870, 2 GB
Storage: 3 GB available space
Additional Notes: Need to manually set monitor resolution to 1920x1080

Best GPU for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch

Full GPU guide →

Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch's stated graphics card is roughly NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Arc B570

~$220

score 21010 GB VRAMBattlemage

Intel Arc B570 is the cheapest current card that clears this game's recommended bar with 10GB VRAM. Fine for 1080p.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

Intel Arc B580 · 12GB~$250Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7600 · 8GB~$260Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 · 8GB~$290Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 · 8GB~$310Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Recommended

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT

~$350

score 24016 GB VRAMRDNA 4

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT adds headroom with 16GB VRAM - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT · 16GB~$320Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti · 8GB~$370Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT · 12GB~$400Find
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 · 12GB~$520Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Performance

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

~$430

score 27516 GB VRAMBlackwell

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti leaves plenty of margin with 16GB VRAM for higher resolutions and frame rates.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT · 16GB~$480Buy
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE · 16GB~$550Find
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 · 12GB~$560Buy
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super · 12GB~$590Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Best CPU for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch

Full CPU guide →

Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch's stated processor is roughly AMD FX-6300 level. The current sweet spot is the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, with cheaper and faster options either side.

Budget

Intel Core i3-14100F

~$110

score 130Raptor Lake Refresh

Intel Core i3-14100F is the cheapest current chip that clears this game's recommended bar. Fine for 1080p.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

Intel Core i3-13100F ~$100Buy
Intel Core i5-12400F ~$130Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Recommended

AMD Ryzen 5 5500

~$80

score 140Zen 3

AMD Ryzen 5 5500 adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

AMD Ryzen 5 5600 ~$110Buy
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X ~$130Buy
Intel Core i5-13400F ~$180Find

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Performance

AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT

~$125

score 170Zen 3

AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT leaves plenty of margin for higher resolutions and frame rates.

View on Amazon

Other options at this level

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X ~$160Buy
Intel Core i5-14400F ~$190Buy
Intel Core i5-13500 ~$210Buy

Prices are approximate, not live Amazon prices — the link opens the current listing on your regional Amazon. As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.

Recommended PC build for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch

Full build guide →

Want the whole tower speced out? Our Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch build guide pairs these CPU and GPU picks with RAM, motherboard, SSD, PSU and case at budget, recommended and performance tiers, with an approximate total.

Can these parts run Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch?

Can the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT run Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch?: Yes. The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT is well ahead of Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch's NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.
Can the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 run Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch?: Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500 is well ahead of Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch's AMD FX-6300 target, so expect a comfortable 1080p experience with headroom to spare.

FAQ

What is the cheapest GPU for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch?: Intel Arc B570 - Intel Arc B570 is the cheapest current card that clears this game's recommended bar with 10GB VRAM. Fine for 1080p.
Which CPU should I get for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch?: AMD Ryzen 5 5500 - AMD Ryzen 5 5500 adds headroom - a safe pick for 1080p high or 1440p depending on the game.
How much RAM does Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch need?: Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch lists 8 GB of system memory. 16 GB is a safe modern baseline.
Is a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 still enough for Plot of the Druid: Nightwatch?: It matches the game's stated target, so it will run, but it is an older part. A current card in the budget tier above gives you driver support and better efficiency for a similar outlay.