What are the system requirements for Subterranauts?

Minimum: graphics 4GB VRAM, processor Intel Core i5, RAM 4 GB RAM. Recommended graphics card: 6GB VRAM.

Can I run Subterranauts on the Steam Deck?

Subterranauts is rated Playable on Steam Deck by Valve. On Linux and SteamOS, ProtonDB users rate it platinum. Pick the Steam Deck profile above, or see the Steam Deck page, for an estimated Deck frame rate.

Can I run Subterranauts?

Subterranauts needs at least 4GB VRAM, and 6GB VRAM is recommended. Below: estimated FPS for popular graphics cards and a free check for your own PC.

ReleaseOct 19, 2025
Playing now3
Steam user reviews76 % positive
Steam DeckPlayable
ProtonDBplatinum

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Subterranauts system requirements

	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows	Windows
Processor	Intel Core i5	Intel Core i7
Graphics	4GB VRAM	6GB VRAM
Memory	4 GB RAM	8 GB RAM
Storage	2 GB available space	2 GB available space

Estimated FPS in Subterranauts

High settings, no upscaling, with a fast processor (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Estimates from the game's requirements, not benchmarks.

Not yet checked against benchmarks, a rough estimate that can be off by 25 % or more.

Graphics card	1080p	1440p	4K
GTX 1060 6GB	91	67	41
GTX 1660 Super	130	96	59
RTX 2060	151	112	68
RTX 3060	202	149	91
RTX 4060	218	161	98
RTX 4060 Ti 8GB	257	190	116
RTX 4060 Ti 16GB	257	190	116
RTX 5060	263	195	118
RTX 5060 Ti 8GB	303	224	136
RTX 5060 Ti 16GB	303	224	136
RX 9060 XT	283	209	127
RTX 3070	283	209	127
RTX 4070	347	257	156
RTX 5070	413	305	186
RX 7800 XT	364	269	164
RX 9070 XT	500+	393	239
RTX 5070 Ti	500+	389	237
RTX 4080	500+	411	250
RTX 5080	500+	449	273
RTX 4090	500+	500+	323
RTX 5090	500+	500+	409

Steam Deck, Valve rating: Playable

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Which graphics card do I need for Subterranauts?

The cheapest current graphics card that reaches each goal, paired with a fast processor.

1080p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~218 FPSView on Amazon ↗
1440p High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~161 FPSView on Amazon ↗
1440p High · 144 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~161 FPSView on Amazon ↗
4K High · 60 FPSIntel Arc B580 12 GB ~98 FPSView on Amazon ↗

Prices change often, check the current price in the store. Price check: 10/7/2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I run Subterranauts?: Subterranauts needs at least 4GB VRAM, and 6GB VRAM is recommended. Enter your graphics card and processor above to see your estimated FPS, or check your whole Steam library at once.
What are the system requirements for Subterranauts?: Minimum: graphics 4GB VRAM, processor Intel Core i5, RAM 4 GB RAM. Recommended graphics card: 6GB VRAM.
Can I run Subterranauts on the Steam Deck?: Subterranauts is rated Playable on Steam Deck by Valve. On Linux and SteamOS, ProtonDB users rate it platinum. Pick the Steam Deck profile above, or see the Steam Deck page, for an estimated Deck frame rate.