Cuphead
by Studio MDHR
Released September 29, 2017 on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.
About Cuphead
Cuphead is a run-and-gun action game focused primarily on boss battles. Its visual style is modeled after 1930s cartoons, using traditional hand-drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings. Players control Cuphead or Mugman in single-player or local co-op, traversing themed worlds, acquiring new weapons, and unlocking super moves. The game includes both boss encounters and side-scrolling platforming stages.
Not applicable (minimal narrative, boss-rush focused).
Release dates by platform
Reviews & players
PC system requirements
Official specs from Steam
Minimum
| OS * | Windows 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core2 Duo E8400, 3.0GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+, 3.0GHz or higher |
| Memory | 3 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Geforce 9600 GT or AMD HD 3870 512MB or higher |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 4 GB available space |
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Cuphead FAQ
When did Cuphead come out?
Cuphead was released on September 29, 2017 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.
Is Cuphead on PlayStation 5?
No. Cuphead has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.
Is Cuphead on Xbox Series X|S?
No. Cuphead has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.
Is Cuphead on Nintendo Switch 2?
No. Cuphead has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.
Who is making Cuphead?
Cuphead is developed by Studio MDHR.
Is Cuphead multiplayer?
Yes. Cuphead supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative.
How much does Cuphead cost?
Cuphead costs $19.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.
Is Cuphead good?
Steam players rate it "Overwhelmingly Positive" — 96% of 222,590 reviews are positive. Critics average 87/100.
What are the minimum PC requirements for Cuphead?
The minimum GPU is Geforce 9600 GT or AMD HD 3870 512MB or higher. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Cuphead system requirements page.
