Aniimo
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 970 · Core i7-4770
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 3060 12GB · Core i7-10700
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 3060 12GB (~60 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Playable · ~36 fps medium (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Free To Play
- Release
- Sep 15, 2026
- Developer
- Pawprint Studio
- Publisher
- Pawprint Studio
Aniimo is a free-to-play, next-gen creature-catching open-world RPG. Explore the vast continent of Idyll, Twine with unique Aniimo, unlock new abilities. Travel to a sky-floating metropolis, meet other Pathfinders, and battle in exciting competitions. Choose your Aniimo and begin your epic journey!
Open WorldCreature CollectorMultiplayerAdventureRPGExplorationCollectathonOnline Co-OpPvPCo-op
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What you need for Aniimo
Aniimo needs about a GeForce RTX 3060 12GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 6750 XT at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | Ryzen 3 3100 |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 3080 Ti | Core i7-13700K |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 6750 XT | Ryzen 3 3100 |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5080 | Ryzen 5 7500F |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 7900 XT | Ryzen 3 3100 |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Aniimo →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 24 | 17 | 10 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 34 | 24 | 14 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 50 | 35 | 21 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 55 | 39 | 23 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 60 | 42 | 25 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 62 | 44 | 26 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 70 | 49 | 29 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 71 | 50 | 30 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 83 | 58 | 35 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 104 | 73 | 44 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 116 | 81 | 49 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 120 | 84 | 50 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 156 | 109 | 66 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 162 | 113 | 68 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 258 | 181 | 108 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
Aniimo system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows10 | Windows10 or above |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-4770 / AMD Ryzen 7 2700 | Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or better |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / AMD Radeon RX 5600 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon RX 6700 or better |
| Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 40 GB | 40 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
Source: Steam.
Aniimo on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Playable
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 36 medium | Steam Deck Playable |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 30 medium | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 34 medium | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 31 medium | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 31 medium | Steam Deck Playable · faster GPU |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Keyboard & mouse
- DLC
- 0
- Steam achievements
- 64
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerPvPOnline PvPCo-opOnline Co-opCross-Platform MultiplayerSteam AchievementsIn-App PurchasesDualSense Controller SupportPartial Controller SupportFamily Sharing
- Languages (13)
- English, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, French, German, Russian, Indonesian, Thai, Portuguese - Brazil, Spanish - Latin America, Vietnamese
Full audio: English, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean
Latest news & patches
- Upcoming Update Preview & Server MaintenancePatch2026-09-21
- Patch Notes-v1.0.3551601.0Patch2026-09-19
- Patch Notes-v1.0.3544783.0Patch2026-09-18
- NVIDIA GeForce NOW is live on Aniimo2026-09-17
- [Patch Notes-v1.0.3535596.0] Fixes for Frequent Disconnects & ReconnectionsPatch2026-09-16
- Aniimo, a creature-catching open-world RPG, is free to play now!2026-09-16
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Aniimo run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below Aniimo's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 970). Our model still estimates ~41 fps at 1080p low (range 33–49, medium confidence, ±20%), but cards below the minimum may not be supported. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB (~60 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Aniimo run on Steam Deck?
Yes, with issues. Valve rates Aniimo Steam Deck Playable. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~36 fps on the medium preset (range 28–43, medium confidence, ±20%). Our spec-based model is conservative for games tuned for Steam Deck; Valve's test result comes first. 60 fps is out of reach; 40 fps works on low. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Aniimo at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 6750 XT or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a Radeon RX 7900 XT. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Aniimo by brand.
Can I run Aniimo on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~53 fps at 1080p low. Aniimo on the GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Aniimo need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 8 GB of RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended for Aniimo.
How much storage does Aniimo take?
Aniimo needs 40 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows10.