Code Name: Origin

Code Name: Origin

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Release date 2017-12-27
Genre Action Adventure
What hardware does Code Name: Origin need?

Code Name: Origin has an FPSHQ demand score of 59/100: moderate requirements — runs on mid-range cards like the RTX 3060 / RX 6600. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam.

requirements · data updated · methodology

Code Name: Origin is a game by Aurora Games Studio. Steam release date: December 27, 2017. Minimum graphics card per Steam: DirectX 9.0c compatible NVIDIA video card with 1GB of RAM (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 or higher. It needs at least 2 GB of RAM.

Description

Code Name: Origin is a top down action adventure inspired by the classics in the 80's and 90's. You’re dispatched alone with a laser shotgun and the wits to uncover what transpired just days before you arrive.

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Aurora Games Studio
Release date
December 27, 2017
PC platforms
Windows

Code Name: Origin system requirements

Component Minimum
OS Windows 7
Processor 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
Memory 2 GB ОЗУ
Graphics DirectX 9.0c compatible NVIDIA video card with 1GB of RAM (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 or higher
Storage 50 MB
Sound card DirectX compatible sound card.
Notes Game pad required

Source: the game’s Steam page — requirements published by the developer.

How big is Code Name: Origin and does it need an SSD

Code Name: Origin needs 50 MB of disk space, according to its official system requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 8, 2026). requirements

50 MBdisk space
not statedSSD
2 %of 122426 games with an official size are smaller

The requirements of Code Name: Origin do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.

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Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Nov 8, 2026. The size is the free space needed to install; updates and DLC can make it grow. store.steampowered.com

Tip: keep extra space beyond the listed size — updates are downloaded first and installed afterwards.

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FPS on different graphics cards

FPS forecast for Code Name: Origin on current 2024–2026 GPUs. Switch the graphics preset — the table recalculates. Average FPS at 1080p / 1440p / 4K.

Graphics card Tier 1080p 1440p 4K
GeForce RTX 5090 S 195–335 160–265 93–155
GeForce RTX 4090 S 180–305 135–225 75–130
GeForce RTX 5080 S 165–285 120–200 66–110
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 155–260 110–185 58–98
GeForce RTX 4080 A 145–250 100–175 55–93
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 145–250 100–175 55–93
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 140–240 99–165 52–88
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 135–235 96–160 50–85
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 125–215 85–145 45–77
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 130–225 91–155 48–82
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 120–205 82–140 43–73
Radeon RX 9070 A 115–200 80–135 42–72

* Average FPS: real measurements where available, otherwise the unified FPSHQ model. Actual FPS depends on the CPU, game patch and drivers. Reference GPU models without overclocking. methodology

📊 FPS by graphics card (1440p, Ultra)

Green — 60+ FPS (comfortable), yellow — 30–60 (playable), red — below 30. Dashed line marks 60 FPS.

Which graphics cards can run Code Name: Origin

The most affordable cards the FPSHQ model expects to reach 60+ FPS at 1080p High. This is an estimate, not a measurement.

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59
Demand
out of 100

The higher it is, the more powerful a PC you need. Moderate load.

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Key figures

Unique FPSHQ metrics from this page's data

59/100
FPSHQ load index
71–115FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
66–110FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
5
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
2GB
minimum RAM
2017
release year
In short

Can my PC run Code Name: Origin?

Code Name: Origin (2017): FPSHQ load index 59 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 71–115 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 66–110 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 5 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: DirectX 9.0c compatible NVIDIA video card with 1GB of RAM (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 or higher; minimum RAM: 2 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Nov 8, 2026); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ load index
59 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
83 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
90 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Code Name: Origin, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the game

On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on: Windows.
What is the genre of Code Name: Origin?
Genre: Action Adventure. Single-player only.
How big is Code Name: Origin and does it need an SSD?
Code Name: Origin needs 50 MB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 8, 2026). The requirements of Code Name: Origin do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Aurora Games Studio. Publisher: —.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2017-12-27.
What FPS will I get in this game?
Use our FPS calculator for a precise forecast for your configuration. Above on this page is a compatibility table with popular GPUs at different resolutions and settings.
Can I play on a budget graphics card?
Minimum: DirectX 9.0c compatible NVIDIA video card with 1GB of RAM (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 or higher. If your GPU is weaker than the minimum, the game may not launch or may stutter badly. On the minimum GPU you usually play at 1080p low with FSR Performance.

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