Can I Run Dwarf Fortress?
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Can your PC run it? →System requirements
Minimum requirements
| CPU | Dual Core CPU - 2.4GHz+ |
|---|---|
| GPU | 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 0.49 GB HDD |
| OS | XP SP3 or later |
Recommended requirements
| CPU | Dual Core CPU - 4GHz+ |
|---|---|
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 0.49 GB HDD |
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Can you run Dwarf Fortress?
Dwarf Fortress targets a mainstream modern PC: 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT and 4 GB of RAM for the minimum. No single part dominates the requirements, so a balanced mid-range build clears it.
Bottleneck: CPU
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Frequently asked questions
Can my PC run Dwarf Fortress?
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What are the minimum system requirements for Dwarf Fortress?
The minimum requirements are CPU: Dual Core CPU - 2.4GHz+; GPU: 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT; 4 GB RAM; OS: XP SP3 or later.
How much storage does Dwarf Fortress need?
Dwarf Fortress needs about 0.49 GB of HDD storage.
What is the bottleneck for Dwarf Fortress?
On a typical modern PC (Ryzen 5 5600, RTX 3060, 16 GB RAM), the tightest component for Dwarf Fortress is the CPU.