Can I Run Defold?

Last updated: 8 November 2021

You must be wondering, can my PC run Defold? On this page you will find Defold system requirements for PC (Windows, Mac and Linux). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

Test your PC to see if it will run Defold or check system requirement details for CPU, operating system, graphics and sound cards, required disk space and more for each of the supported platforms.

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Can my PC run Defold?

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  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s CPU name will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Processor’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. In the opened menu click on ‘Device Manager’
  3. In ‘Device Manager’ click on the arrow next to ‘Display adapters’
  4. Under the drop-down, you will see the GPU that your computer is using

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s RAM will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Installed RAM’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. You can see if Windows is 64 or 32 bit under ‘System type’
  4. You can see Windows version under ‘Windows edition’

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Defold Windows Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

Defold system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows Vista
OS
Windows 10
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
6 GB
Storage
Storage
500 MB
Storage
500 MB

Defold minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows Vista operating system. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. You also have to have 500 MB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for Defold for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 10. For RAM, it is recommended to have 6 GB or more.

Defold Mac Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

Defold system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
10.7
OS
10.15
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
6 GB
Storage
Storage
500 MB
Storage
500 MB

As for Mac OS, Defold requirements here start with 10.7 operating system. 4 GB of RAM is required. Finally, the game needs 500 MB of free disk space.

As for recommended OS, it is 10.15. Plus, 6 GB of RAM.

Defold Linux Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

Defold system requirements for Linux
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Ubuntu 18.04
OS
Ubuntu 18.04
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
6 GB
Storage
Storage
500 MB
Storage
500 MB

If you’re on Linux, minimum requirements include Ubuntu 18.04. For RAM you need 4 GB or more. 15GB of free disk space is a must.

For Linux recommended requirements, use Ubuntu 18.04. Add 6 GB or more of RAM to it.

Game Details

Defold is a free and open game engine used for development of desktop, mobile and web games.

Release date
28 January, 2021
Genres
Free to Play, Game Development
Supported languages
English
* languages with full audio support
Developers
Defold Foundation
Publishers
Defold Foundation
Official website
defold.com
Support website
defold.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Defold?

You would be able to run Defold on your PC if it meets minimum requirements below. You can also use our free test tool to check it!

Minimum requirements for Windows are:

  • OS: Windows Vista
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Storage: 500 MB

Minimum requirements for Mac are:

  • OS: 10.7
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Storage: 500 MB

Minimum requirements for Linux are:

  • OS: Ubuntu 18.04
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Storage: 500 MB

Can I play Defold with 3 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play Defold. The minimum RAM is 4 GB.

Can I play Defold with 4 GB of RAM?

Yes, Defold can run with 4 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does Defold need?

You need at least 4 GB of RAM to run Defold on PC, but 6 GB is recommended.

On Mac it requires minimum 4 GB, with 6 GB recommended.

And on Linux/SteamOS: 4 GB minimum, and 6 GB recommended.

How many GB is Defold?

At least 500 MB of disk space is required to install Defold on your PC.

What version of Windows can I use to play Defold?

Windows Vista or newer.

Does Defold require a 64-bit OS and processor?

Yes, Defold needs a 64-bit processor and operating system.

Can I run Defold on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play Defold on my Mac?

Yes, Defold supports Mac if it meets the following minimum requirements:

  • OS: 10.7
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Storage: 500 MB

Can I run Defold on Linux/SteamOS?

Yes, you can play Defold on Steam OS/Linux. Please see requirements above.

When is Defold release date?

Defold release date is 28 January, 2021.

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