Boulder Smash
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GTX 970 · Core i7-4790K
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 3060 12GB (~63 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Below minimum · ~39 fps medium (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Casual, Indie
- Release
- Sep 24, 2026
- Developer
- W4YN3R
- Publisher
- W4YN3R
Roll, hit and achieve victory! Steer a deadly boulder and blast enemies off the stage in this lightning-fast roguelite. Unlock wild upgrades, face brutal bosses, and vibe to heavy beats. Short, brutal, and relentless — fight through the chaos until every boss is defeated.
CasualFast-PacedPhysicsArcadeActionSoundtrackAction RoguelikeColorfulControllerSingleplayer
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What you need for Boulder Smash
Boulder Smash needs about a GeForce RTX 3060 12GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 9060 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, low confidence, ±30%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-25).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | Ryzen 3 3300X |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | Ryzen 9 9950X3D |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 9060 | Ryzen 3 3300X |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 4080 Super | Ryzen 9 9950X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super | Ryzen 3 3300X |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Boulder Smash →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 25 | 18 | 11 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 35 | 25 | 15 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 53 | 37 | 22 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 58 | 41 | 24 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 63 | 44 | 27 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 66 | 46 | 28 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 73 | 51 | 31 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 75 | 52 | 31 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 87 | 61 | 37 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 110 | 77 | 46 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 123 | 86 | 51 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 126 | 88 | 53 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 164 | 115 | 69 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 171 | 119 | 72 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 272 | 190 | 114 |
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 2026-09-25.
Boulder Smash system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Win10,Win11 | — |
| Processor | i7 4790k | Not listed |
| Graphics | GTX 970 | Not listed |
| Memory | 16 GB | — |
| Storage | 1 GB | 1 GB |
Source: Steam.
Boulder Smash on handheld PCs
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 39 medium | Below minimum |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 31 medium | Below minimum |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 36 medium | Below minimum |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 32 medium | Below minimum |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 32 medium | Below minimum |
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
- Full
- DLC
- 0
- Features
- Single-playerFull controller supportCustom Volume ControlsGamepad RecommendedKeyboard Only OptionPlayable without Timed InputDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportStereo SoundSurround SoundSteam CloudFamily Sharing
- Languages (4)
- English, German, French, Spanish - Spain
Full audio: English, German, French, Spanish - Spain
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FAQ
Can Boulder Smash run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below Boulder Smash's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 970). Our model still estimates ~43 fps at 1080p low (range 30–56, low confidence, ±30%), 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 (~63 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Boulder Smash run on Steam Deck?
No. The Steam Deck OLED is below Boulder Smash's minimum spec (GeForce GTX 970). At its native 1280×800 we estimate ~39 fps on the medium preset (range 27–50, low confidence, ±30%). 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 Boulder Smash at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 9060 or faster: ~60 fps (range 42–78, low confidence, ±30%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Boulder Smash by brand.
Can I run Boulder Smash on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~61 fps (range 42–79, low confidence, ±30%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU, gets ~56 fps at 1080p low. Boulder Smash on the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Boulder Smash need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 16 GB of RAM minimum for Boulder Smash.
How much storage does Boulder Smash take?
Boulder Smash needs 1 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Win10,Win11.