Can I Run SOMA?

Last updated: 26 April 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run SOMA? On this page you will find SOMA 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 SOMA 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 I run it: SOMA

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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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SOMA Windows Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

SOMA system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows Vista
OS
Windows 7
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Storage
Storage
25 GB
Storage
25 GB
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series ), but with issues.
Additional Notes
Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series ), but with issues.

SOMA minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows Vista operating system. Your processor should be Core i3 / AMD A6 2.4Ghz or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / AMD Radeon HD 5750. OpenGL 3.3. You also have to have 25 GB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for SOMA for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 7. Recommended CPU would be Core i5 / AMD FX 2.4Ghz CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 8 GB or more. And video card — NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 / AMD Radeon HD 5970. OpenGL 3.3.

SOMA Mac Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

SOMA system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
10.9
OS
10.10
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Storage
Storage
25 GB
Storage
25 GB
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series ), but with issues.
Additional Notes
Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series ), but with issues.

As for Mac OS, SOMA requirements here start with 10.9 operating system. Processor needs to be at least Core i3 2.4Ghz. 4 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / AMD Radeon HD 5750. OpenGL 3.3. Finally, the game needs 25 GB of free disk space.

As for recommended OS, it is 10.10. Core i5 2.4Ghz processor is recommended. Plus, 8 GB of RAM. Your video card should be NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 / AMD Radeon HD 5970. OpenGL 3.3.

SOMA Linux Requirements

Requires 64 bit processor and operating system.

SOMA system requirements for Linux
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Major Linux distribution from 2014
OS
Major Linux distribution from 2014
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Storage
Storage
25 GB
Storage
25 GB
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Proprietary drivers. Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series ), but with issues.
Additional Notes
Proprietary drivers. Integrated Intel graphics are not supported. They should work (Intel HD 4000-series ), but with issues.

If you’re on Linux, minimum requirements include Major Linux distribution from 2014. Processor should be Core i3 / AMD A6 2.4Ghz or higher. For RAM you need 4 GB or more. Graphics card should be NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / AMD Radeon HD 5750. OpenGL 3.3 or better. 15GB of free disk space is a must.

For Linux recommended requirements, use Major Linux distribution from 2014. As for the processor/CPU, use Core i5 / AMD FX 2.4Ghz or equivalent. Add 8 GB or more of RAM to it. And make sure you have NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 / AMD Radeon HD 5970. OpenGL 3.3 graphics card.

Game Details

From the creators of Amnesia: The Dark Descent comes SOMA, a sci-fi horror game set below the waves of the Atlantic ocean. Struggle to survive a hostile world that will make you question your very existence.

Release date
21 September, 2021
OpenCritic Score
83.14/100
Category
Single-player
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Supported languages
English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Frictional Games
Publisher
Frictional Games
Official website
somagame.com
Support website
support.frictionalgames.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run SOMA?

You would be able to run SOMA 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:

Minimum requirements for Mac are:

Minimum requirements for Linux are:

Can I play SOMA with 3 GB of RAM?

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

Can I play SOMA with 4 GB of RAM?

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

How much RAM does SOMA need?

You need at least 4 GB of RAM to run SOMA on PC, but 8 GB is recommended.

On Mac it requires minimum 4 GB, with 8 GB recommended.

And on Linux/SteamOS: 4 GB minimum, and 8 GB recommended.

What processor do I need for SOMA?

Core i3 / AMD A6 2.4Ghz is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run SOMA.

How many GB is SOMA?

At least 25 GB of disk space is required to install SOMA on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for SOMA?

You need NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 / AMD Radeon HD 5750. OpenGL 3.3 or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play SOMA?

Windows Vista or newer.

Does SOMA require a 64-bit OS and processor?

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

Can I run SOMA on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play SOMA on my Mac?

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

Can I run SOMA on Linux/SteamOS?

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

When is SOMA release date?

SOMA release date is 21 September, 2021.

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