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2013 · Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Survival

Don't Starve System Requirements

FPS · estimate

target 60—frames per second0144
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Your PC vs requirements

min.rec.you
Graphics card—
HD5450
not detected
Processor—Browsers don’t share the CPU model

min. 1.7+ GHz

model hidden
Memory—
not detected
Storageneeds 1 GB

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System requirements

SpecificationMinimum
OSWindows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8
Processor1.7+ GHz or better
GraphicsRadeon HD5450 or better; 256 MB or higher
MemoryNot specified
Storage1 GB

Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.Klei Entertainment only publishes minimum requirements for Don't Starve.

Screenshots

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Common questions

What are the minimum requirements for Don't Starve?

1.7+ GHz or better or equivalent, Radeon HD5450 or better; 256 MB or higher, Not specified GB of RAM and 1 GB of free space on Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8.

How do I check whether my PC can run Don't Starve?

Use the check on this page. It reads your graphics card, CPU threads and memory from the browser and shows the preset, resolution and expected frame rate — no download and no sign-up.

What frame rate should I aim for in Don't Starve?

60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.