Deadside
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce GT 1030
- Recommended
- GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 3050 6GB (~62 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Unsupported on Steam Deck · ~40 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer
- Release
- Dec 5, 2024
- Developer
- Bad Pixel
- Publisher
- Bad Pixel, tinyBuild
An Open World Survival Shooter blending hardcore PVP and PVE action. Secure precious loot in safe zones or build your own fortress in the wild. With intense gunfights, stunning visuals, and performance smooth enough for any system, the challenge awaits!
SurvivalCraftingPvPOpen World Survival CraftMultiplayerBase BuildingFPSOpen WorldPost-apocalypticSandbox
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What you need for Deadside
Deadside needs about a GeForce RTX 3050 6GB for 60 fps at 1080p high and a Radeon RX 5600 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 3050 6GB | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | Arc A750 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 5600 XT | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | Core i5-9400F |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | Radeon RX 6700 XT | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for Deadside →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 43 | 30 | 18 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 60 | 42 | 25 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 90 | 63 | 38 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 99 | 69 | 41 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 107 | 75 | 45 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 111 | 78 | 47 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 124 | 87 | 52 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 126 | 89 | 53 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 148 | 104 | 62 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 186 | 131 | 78 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 208 | 146 | 87 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 214 | 150 | 90 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 279 | 195 | 117 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 289 | 202 | 121 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 300+ | 194 |
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.
Deadside system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | 64-bit Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 | 64-bit Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 |
| Processor | Core i3 / AMD FX No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. |
| Graphics | GT 1030 / RX 550 | GTX 1060 / RX 580 |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 25 GB | 25 GB |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Notes | Doesn't actually run on a toaster. If your PC struggles with large open world shooters, you will be surprised by the performance of Deadside. | — |
Source: Steam.
Deadside on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Unsupported on Steam Deck
Steam Deck · unsupported
- ✗Unsupported anti cheat configuration
Steam Machine · unsupported
- ✗Unsupported anti cheat configuration
SteamOS · unsupported
- ✗Unsupported anti cheat configuration
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 40 ultra | Unsupported on Steam Deck |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 33 ultra | Meets minimum |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 38 ultra | Meets minimum |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 34 ultra | Meets minimum |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 34 ultra | Meets 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
- Keyboard & mouse
- DLC
- 16
- Steam achievements
- 29
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 4
- Features
- Multi-playerMMOPvPOnline PvPCo-opOnline Co-opSteam AchievementsFamily Sharing
- Languages (6)
- English, Russian, French, German, Spanish - Latin America, Simplified Chinese
Latest news & patches
- Update 1.11: Vehicle Improvements & Skins, Boars, and Balance ChangesPatch2026-09-23
- PTS 1.11: Boars, New Vehicle Features & Lots of Balance Changes2026-09-18
- WIP: New Vehicles and Tires, New POI, Boars, More Missions2026-08-14
- Hotfix 1.10.1Patch2026-06-22
- Update 1.10: New Prison POI, Improvised Crossbow & Launcher, Mission BossesPatch2026-06-18
- Patch 1.9.3: PvE Server Changes & Bug FixesPatch2026-06-01
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can Deadside run on a GTX 1650?
Yes, at lower settings. The GeForce GTX 1650 meets Deadside's minimum spec but not the recommended one. We estimate ~43 fps at 1080p high (range 34–51, medium confidence, ±20%), GPU-limited. For 60 fps at 1080p, use the low preset. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB (~62 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can Deadside run on Steam Deck?
No. Valve rates Deadside Unsupported on Steam Deck: some or all of it doesn't work on the device, so our estimate only matters if that changes. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~40 fps on the ultra preset (range 32–48, medium confidence, ±20%). Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for Deadside at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a Radeon RX 5600 XT or faster: ~65 fps (range 52–77, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a Radeon RX 6700 XT. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for Deadside by brand.
Can I run Deadside on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~62 fps (range 50–75, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU, gets ~58 fps at 1080p low. Deadside on the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does Deadside need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 4 GB of RAM minimum and 8 GB recommended for Deadside.
How much storage does Deadside take?
Deadside needs 25 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is 64-bit Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10.