2016 · Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Starbound System Requirements
FPS · estimate
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- Preset
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- This is
- an estimate, not a benchmark
Your PC vs requirements
min.rec.youGraphics card—
Processor—Browsers don’t share the CPU model
Core 2 Duo
Memory—
2 GB4 GB
Storageneeds 4 GB
Browsers can’t see your drives. Check free space yourself.
System requirements
| Specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows XP or later | Windows XP or later |
| Processor | Core 2 Duo | Core i3 |
| Graphics | 256 MB graphics memory and directx 9.0c compatible gpu | Discrete GPU capable of directx 9.0c |
| Memory | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| DirectX | 9.0c | 9.0c |
Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.
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Common questions
What are the minimum requirements for Starbound?
Core 2 Duo or equivalent, 256 MB graphics memory and directx 9.0c compatible gpu, 2 GB of RAM and 3 GB of free space on Windows XP or later.
What hardware is recommended for Starbound?
Chucklefish recommends Core i3, Discrete GPU capable of directx 9.0c and 4 GB of RAM.
How do I check whether my PC can run Starbound?
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 Starbound?
60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.