The Parallax Effect: PC requirements and the PC you need
Will my computer play it? + Add to my games list
Cover artwork © the game's publisher.
About The Parallax Effect
The Parallax Effect is a PC game. It came out on 31 Dec 2017.
What The Parallax Effect needs
In plain words: to play at all it needs basic graphics: built-in graphics on a modern processor, or an old entry-level card, and to play it well the makers suggest an entry-level graphics card, with 8GB of memory.
| Part | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics card | Nvidia GTX 760, AMD Radeon 7870 (At least 2GB of dedicated VRAM) | Nvidia GTX 970/AMD Radeon 7950 (3GB of dedicated VRAM or more) |
| Processor | Core i5 2.4 Ghz | Core i7 3.0 Ghz |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Storage | 7 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
From the Steam store page, checked 6 November 2026. The makers sometimes change these; their page is always right.
Will my computer play The Parallax Effect?
On most computers we find the graphics card for you. Add your processor and memory, and we will tell you if it plays, and what to upgrade if not.
A low-spec PC or a high-spec PC?
The gap between the minimum and recommended spec is modest, so a mid-range gaming PC gives a good experience.
On a PC that only just meets the minimum, the game will start and play, but on low settings: simpler shadows and textures, shorter view distances and fewer frames each second, so fast moments can feel less smooth. A 1080p screen is the sensible match.
On a PC that meets or beats the recommended spec, you can turn the settings up: sharper textures, proper shadows and lighting, more detail in the distance, and a smoother picture. A stronger PC also lets you use a sharper 1440p or high-refresh screen.
Our PCs that meet the recommended spec
These should play The Parallax Effect well. Cheapest first.
Refurbished1080p gaming
Sandbox Robin 3400G 1060 refurbished gaming PC
Ryzen 5 3400G + GTX 1060
Made for 1080p screens: Fortnite, Valorant, Minecraft and Rocket League play well. The newest big games may need lower settings.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen 5
- Graphics
- GTX 1060
- Memory
- 16GB DDR4
- Storage
- 500GB SSD + 1TB hard drive
- Windows
- Windows 11 Home not included (optional extra, installed by us)
£589
Built to order
Games this PC plays
- Fortnite Meets recommended
- Minecraft: Java Edition Meets minimum
- Minecraft (Bedrock Edition for Windows) Meets recommended
- Roblox Meets recommended
- VALORANT Meets recommended
- Counter-Strike 2 Meets recommended
- League of Legends Meets recommended
- EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Meets minimum
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Meets minimum
- Marvel Rivals Meets minimum
Comes with an RGB case - you can swap it for a non-RGB case if you prefer.
Sold by Sandbox Computers, Worcester
Refurbished1080p gaming
Sandbox Typhoon 1060X refurbished gaming PC
Ryzen 5 4500 + GTX 1060
Made for 1080p screens: Fortnite, Valorant, Minecraft and Rocket League play well. The newest big games may need lower settings.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen 5
- Graphics
- GTX 1060
- Memory
- 16GB DDR4
- Storage
- 256GB SSD + 1TB hard drive
- Windows
- Windows 11 Home not included (optional extra, installed by us)
£609
Built to order
Games this PC plays
- Fortnite Meets recommended
- Minecraft: Java Edition Meets minimum
- Minecraft (Bedrock Edition for Windows) Meets recommended
- Roblox Meets recommended
- VALORANT Meets recommended
- Counter-Strike 2 Meets recommended
- League of Legends Meets recommended
- EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Meets minimum
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Meets minimum
- Marvel Rivals Meets minimum
Comes with an RGB case - you can swap it for a non-RGB case if you prefer.
Sold by Sandbox Computers, Worcester
Refurbished1080p gaming
Sandbox Jingle 3400G 1660S refurbished gaming PC
Ryzen 5 3400G + GTX 1660 Super
Made for 1080p screens: Fortnite, Valorant, Minecraft and Rocket League play well. The newest big games may need lower settings.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen 5
- Graphics
- GTX 1660 Super
- Memory
- 16GB DDR4
- Storage
- 500GB SSD
- Windows
- Windows 11 Home not included (optional extra, installed by us)
£669
Built to order
Games this PC plays
- Fortnite Meets recommended
- Minecraft: Java Edition Meets minimum
- Minecraft (Bedrock Edition for Windows) Meets recommended
- Roblox Meets recommended
- VALORANT Meets recommended
- Counter-Strike 2 Meets recommended
- League of Legends Meets recommended
- EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Meets minimum
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Meets minimum
- Marvel Rivals Meets minimum
Comes with an RGB case - you can swap it for a non-RGB case if you prefer.
Sold by Sandbox Computers, Worcester
Refurbished1080p gaming
Sandbox Holly 1660S refurbished gaming PC
Ryzen 5 4500 + GTX 1660 Super
Made for 1080p screens: Fortnite, Valorant, Minecraft and Rocket League play well. The newest big games may need lower settings.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen 5
- Graphics
- GTX 1660 Super
- Memory
- 16GB DDR4
- Storage
- 500GB SSD
- Windows
- Windows 11 Home not included (optional extra, installed by us)
£699
Built to order
Games this PC plays
- Fortnite Meets recommended
- Minecraft: Java Edition Meets minimum
- Minecraft (Bedrock Edition for Windows) Meets recommended
- Roblox Meets recommended
- VALORANT Meets recommended
- Counter-Strike 2 Meets recommended
- League of Legends Meets recommended
- EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Meets minimum
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Meets minimum
- Marvel Rivals Meets minimum
Comes with an RGB case - you can swap it for a non-RGB case if you prefer.
Sold by Sandbox Computers, Worcester
Refurbished1080p gaming
Sandbox Sleigh 1660S refurbished gaming PC
Ryzen 5 3600X + GTX 1660 Super
Made for 1080p screens: Fortnite, Valorant, Minecraft and Rocket League play well. The newest big games may need lower settings.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen 5
- Graphics
- GTX 1660 Super
- Memory
- 16GB DDR4
- Storage
- 500GB SSD
- Windows
- Windows 11 Home not included (optional extra, installed by us)
£699
Built to order
Games this PC plays
- Fortnite Meets recommended
- Minecraft: Java Edition Meets minimum
- Minecraft (Bedrock Edition for Windows) Meets recommended
- Roblox Meets recommended
- VALORANT Meets recommended
- Counter-Strike 2 Meets recommended
- League of Legends Meets recommended
- EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Meets minimum
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Meets minimum
- Marvel Rivals Meets minimum
Comes with an RGB case - you can swap it for a non-RGB case if you prefer.
Sold by Sandbox Computers, Worcester
Refurbished1080p gaming
Sandbox Typhoon 1060X Pro refurbished gaming PC
Ryzen 5 4500 + GTX 1060
Made for 1080p screens: Fortnite, Valorant, Minecraft and Rocket League play well. The newest big games may need lower settings.
- Processor
- AMD Ryzen 5
- Graphics
- GTX 1060
- Memory
- 16GB DDR4
- Storage
- 256GB SSD + 4TB hard drive
- Windows
- Windows 11 Home not included (optional extra, installed by us)
£709
Built to order
Games this PC plays
- Fortnite Meets recommended
- Minecraft: Java Edition Meets minimum
- Minecraft (Bedrock Edition for Windows) Meets recommended
- Roblox Meets recommended
- VALORANT Meets recommended
- Counter-Strike 2 Meets recommended
- League of Legends Meets recommended
- EA SPORTS FC™ 26 Meets minimum
- Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced Meets minimum
- Marvel Rivals Meets minimum
Comes with an RGB case - you can swap it for a non-RGB case if you prefer.
Sold by Sandbox Computers, Worcester
Questions about The Parallax Effect on PC
What graphics card do I need for The Parallax Effect?
The makers say the minimum is Nvidia GTX 760, AMD Radeon 7870 (At least 2GB of dedicated VRAM), and they recommend Nvidia GTX 970/AMD Radeon 7950 (3GB of dedicated VRAM or more). In plain words: an entry-level graphics card for a good experience.
How much memory (RAM) does The Parallax Effect need?
At least 4GB, and 8GB is recommended. 16GB is the sensible amount for a gaming PC today.
Can a gaming PC from Sandbox Computers run The Parallax Effect?
Yes. 113 of our PCs meet the recommended spec, from £589. They are built and tested in Worcester.
How we match: we compare the graphics card and the memory in each PC with the makers' spec, because those decide most of how a game runs. For very new or demanding games, ask us and we will check the processor too. More help: graphics cards explained, how much RAM, which screen.