Poems & Codes System Requirements (2023) | Minimum & Recommended PC Specs
Quick Hardware Summary
Poems & Codes requires at least a Intel Celeron CPU, a dedicated GPU, and 2 GB RAM. For recommended settings, aim for Intel Core i5-8400 CPU and high-end GPU.

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About Poems & Codes
- Decode a vast and varied collection of curated poetry, where each poem is encrypted using one of the world's oldest codes: the substitution cipher
- Decrypt over 400 excerpts as you explore classic poetic themes ranging from the bliss of love to the depths of despair
- Like what you decoded? Read the entire poem in-game or download each poet's anthology online for free, direct links included!
- Share the joy of poetry--10% of every sale is donated to Project Gutenberg, an online library of over 60,000 free ebooks
- Play at your own pace with four difficulty settings to choose from
- Relax with a soothing, contemplative soundtrack
- Choose between night or sunlight mode with optional enlarged cipher text
"Poetry is a deal of joy and pain and wonder, with a dash of the dictionary." - Khalil Gibran
Content note: This game features classic works of poetry and brief biographies of poets. Certain biographies and poems contain non-graphic references to violence, drugs, sex, and suicide.
Poems & Codes System Requirements
Minimum
- OS:
- Windows 7
- CPU:
- Intel Celeron
- GPU:
- Not specified
- RAM:
- 2 GB
- File Size:
- 250 MB
Recommended
- OS:
- Windows 7
- CPU:
- Intel Core i5-8400
- GPU:
- Not specified
- RAM:
- 4 GB
Can I run Poems & Codes on my PC?
To run Poems & Codes on PC you need at minimum a Intel Celeron processor, a Not specified graphics card, and 2 GB of RAM running on Windows 7. For the best experience at recommended settings, upgrade to a Intel Core i5-8400 CPU and Not specified GPU.
What GPU do I need to run Poems & Codes?
The minimum GPU required to run Poems & Codes is the Not specified. For smooth gameplay at high graphics settings, a Not specified is recommended.
How much RAM does Poems & Codes require?
Poems & Codes requires a minimum of 2 GB RAM. For the recommended experience, 4 GB of RAM is suggested.
How to check if your PC can run Poems & Codes
- Check your CPU: Compare your processor against the minimum requirement: Intel Celeron.
- Check your GPU: Your graphics card should meet or exceed: Not specified.
- Check your RAM: You need at least 2 GB of RAM installed.
- Check storage: Ensure you have at least 250 MB of free disk space.
- Use our tool above: Select your RAM in the "Can I Run It?" box to get an instant result.