What Are the System Requirements for Hi-Fi RUSH?

If you are a fan of rhythm games or action games, Hi-Fi RUSH is worth checking out. But is your computer up to the task?

Hi-Fi RUSH, published by Bethesda Softworks, is a rhythm-based action game. It was released on January 25 and has surprised gamers who give it overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam.

Even though the game has been quite a success, it has gone under the radar of many gamers. By now, there are three DLCs packs you can buy and many bugs that were present in the first available version of the game have been taken care of.

This means now is the perfect time to pick the game up and have some fun. In this article, you’ll learn a little more about Hi-Fi RUSH, what platforms it’s available on and what system requirements you need to play it.

You need to make sure you meet the minimum requirements because the game is unplayable if your computer isn’t good enough.

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What Is Hi-Fi RUSH About?

In the game, you play as Chai, a wannabe rock star called a “Defect” by the world around him. This is because an experimental cybernetic surgery accidentally fused a music player into his chest. 

Thanks to the new addition, Chai has a new skill: He can sense the world’s rhythm. He uses this new skill to fight back against an evil robotics enhancement megacorp.

What Kind of Game Is Hi-Fi RUSH?

Hi-Fi RUSH is a fast-paced action game. You rely on your reflexes to defeat enemies and progress through levels. The game’s combat is synchronised to the music, and you deal more damage by attacking on the beat. You also can learn various special moves, which are a lot of fun!

Hi-Fi RUSH features a soundtrack of original music and licensed songs from artists such as Nine Inch Nails, The Prodigy, and The Joy Formidable. The game also supports a streamer-friendly alternate audio mode that replaces the licensed songs with original tracks.

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What Are the Features of Hi-Fi RUSH?

Even though it’s not very long, Hi-Fi RUSH has a lot to offer, including:

• Rhythm-based action gameplay
• Original music soundtrack
• Licensed songs from popular artists
• Streamer-friendly audio mode
• Fast-paced and challenging gameplay
• Beautiful comic-style visuals
• Engaging story

Which Platforms Is Hi-Fi RUSH Available On?

As of May 2023, Hi-Fi RUSH can be played on Xbox Series X|S and Microsoft Windows computers.

There are no plans to bring this cool game to other platforms. For now, it will remain exclusive to Xbox and Windows PC. That’s because Microsoft now owns Bethesda, which produced the game.

There is a small chance that there might be a port to other platforms in the future, but not any time soon.

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What Are the System Requirements for Hi-Fi RUSH on PC?

The minimum system requirements are:

• A 64-bit processor and operating system
• OS: Windows 10 64-bit
• Processor: Intel Core i5-6500, Ryzen 3 1200
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
• Graphics: GTX 1050, RX 560
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage: 20 GB available space

The recommended system requirements are:

• 64-bit processor and operating system
• OS: Windows 10 64-bit
• Processor: Intel Core i7-6700, Ryzen 5 1500X
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
• Graphics: RTX 2070, RX 6600, Arc A750*
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage: 20 GB available space

Additional Notes: *Please check Intel’s website for Arc compatible CPU and motherboard requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long to Beat Hi-Fi RUSH?

The game can be finished in as little as 8 hours if you rush through it. A more relaxed playthrough of the story can take around 10-12 hours. If you want to complete everything, you’re looking at a playtime of about 20 hours.

Where Can I Buy Hi-Fi RUSH?

Hi-Fi RUSH is available on Steam, where you can collect digital trading cards for the game and unlock achievements. Other retailers that sell Hi-Fi RUSH include GAME, Epic Game Store, and Microsoft’s Xbox Store. You can download Hi-Fi RUSH via Xbox Game Pass for free, if you have a subscription. 

Should I Buy the DLCs?

As of May 2023, there are three DLCs: 

• Hi-Fi RUSH Deluxe Edition Upgrade Pack
• Hi-Fi RUSH Original Game Soundtrack
• Hi-Fi RUSH: Bossplay Costume Pack

Whether or not the DLCs are worth it, depends on how interested you are in dressing up your character. The soundtrack includes over 60 tracks, so that’s quite a good offer if you like the game’s music.