Can I Run Don't Starve?

Last updated: 29 March 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run Don't Starve? On this page you will find Don't Starve 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 Don't Starve 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 Don't Starve?

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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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Don't Starve Windows Requirements

Don't Starve system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
Processor
Processor
1.7+ GHz
Memory
Memory
1+ gigs of GB
Graphics
Graphics
Radeon HD5450 ; 256 MB or higher
DirectX
DirectX
9.0c
Storage
Storage
500 MB HD space
Sound Card
Sound Card
100% DirectX9.0c compatible sound card and drivers

Don't Starve minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8 operating system. Your processor should be 1.7+ GHz or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 1+ gigs of GB. As for a graphics card, it should be Radeon HD5450 ; 256 MB or higher. You also have to have 500 MB HD space free disk space to install the game.

Don't Starve Mac Requirements

Don't Starve system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Lion (OSX 10.7.X)
Processor
Processor
2.0 GHz Intel
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
256 MB NVidia or ATI graphics card
Storage
Storage
512 MB Free Space
Additional
Additional
Not recommended for Intel GMA Graphics or Mac Minis or early-generation MacBooks

As for Mac OS, Don't Starve requirements here start with Lion (OSX 10.7.X) operating system. Processor needs to be at least 2.0 GHz Intel. 4 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be 256 MB NVidia or ATI graphics card. Finally, the game needs 512 MB Free Space of free disk space.

Don't Starve Linux Requirements

Don't Starve system requirements for Linux
Minimum Requirements
Processor
Processor
1.7+ GHz
Memory
Memory
1+ gigs of GB
Graphics
Graphics
Radeon HD5450 ; 256 MB or higher
Storage
Storage
500 MB HD space

Processor should be 1.7+ GHz or higher. For RAM you need 1+ gigs of GB or more. Graphics card should be Radeon HD5450 ; 256 MB or higher or better. 15GB of free disk space is a must.

Game Details

Don’t Starve is an uncompromising wilderness survival game full of science and magic. Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers, and surprises. Gather resources to craft items and structures that match your survival style.

Category
Single-player
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Supported languages
English, Simplified Chinese
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Klei Entertainment
Publisher
Klei Entertainment
Official website
dontstarvegame.com
Support website
support.kleientertainment.com
Support website
[email protected]
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run Don't Starve?

You would be able to run Don't Starve 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 XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
  • Processor: 1.7+ GHz
  • Memory: 1+ gigs of GB
  • Graphics: Radeon HD5450 ; 256 MB or higher
  • DirectX: 9.0c
  • Storage: 500 MB HD space
  • Sound Card: 100% DirectX9.0c compatible sound card and drivers

Minimum requirements for Mac are:

  • OS: Lion (OSX 10.7.X)
  • Processor: 2.0 GHz Intel
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics: 256 MB NVidia or ATI graphics card
  • Storage: 512 MB Free Space
  • Additional: Not recommended for Intel GMA Graphics or Mac Minis or early-generation MacBooks

Minimum requirements for Linux are:

  • Processor: 1.7+ GHz
  • Memory: 1+ gigs of GB
  • Graphics: Radeon HD5450 ; 256 MB or higher
  • Storage: 500 MB HD space

How much RAM does Don't Starve need?

You need at least 1+ gigs of GB of RAM to run Don't Starve on PC.

On Mac it requires minimum 4 GB.

And on Linux/SteamOS: 1+ gigs of GB minimum.

What processor do I need for Don't Starve?

1.7+ GHz is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Don't Starve.

How many GB is Don't Starve?

At least 500 MB HD space of disk space is required to install Don't Starve on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for Don't Starve?

You need Radeon HD5450 ; 256 MB or higher or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play Don't Starve?

Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8 or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run Don't Starve?

9.0c or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run Don't Starve on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play Don't Starve on my Mac?

Yes, Don't Starve supports Mac if it meets the following minimum requirements:

  • OS: Lion (OSX 10.7.X)
  • Processor: 2.0 GHz Intel
  • Memory: 4 GB
  • Graphics: 256 MB NVidia or ATI graphics card
  • Storage: 512 MB Free Space
  • Additional: Not recommended for Intel GMA Graphics or Mac Minis or early-generation MacBooks

Can I run Don't Starve on Linux/SteamOS?

Yes, you can play Don't Starve on Steam OS/Linux. Please see requirements above.

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