RimWorld
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- Intel HD Graphics 4000
- Recommended
- GeForce GTX 1630 · Core i3-9100F (our estimate)
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce GTX 1630 (~152 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Steam Deck Verified · ~213 fps ultra (est.)
- Genres
- Indie, Simulation, Strategy
- Release
- Oct 17, 2018
- Developer
- Ludeon Studios
- Publisher
- Ludeon Studios
A sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Generates stories by simulating psychology, ecology, gunplay, melee combat, climate, biomes, diplomacy, interpersonal relationships, art, medicine, trade, and more.
Colony SimBase BuildingSurvivalStrategyManagementSandboxSingleplayerModdableSimulationSci-fi
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What you need for RimWorld
RimWorld needs about a GeForce GTX 1630 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce GTX 1630 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, low confidence, ±30%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | Radeon RX 6400 | Core i3-9100F |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce GTX 1630 | Core i3-9100F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for RimWorld →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 253 | 177 | 106 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 300+ | 248 | 149 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 300+ | 300+ | 223 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 300+ | 300+ | 244 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 300+ | 300+ | 265 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 300+ | 300+ | 276 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 300+ | 300+ | 300+ |
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.
RimWorld system requirements
The publisher lists only minimum specs. The recommended column is our estimate (marked est.): the cheapest current parts our model expects to hit 60 fps at 1080p high, one memory step above the minimum, and an SSD for large or recent games.
| Minimum | Recommended (our estimate) | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | Windows 7 est. |
| Processor | Core 2 Duo No specific model named. Estimated from the legacy requirement. | Core i3-9100F est. |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4000 or other shader model 4.0 | GeForce GTX 1630 est. |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB est. |
| Storage | 1 GB | 1 GB est. |
Source: Steam.
RimWorld on handheld PCs
Valve rating: Steam Deck Verified
Steam Deck · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match Steam Deck device
- ✓Interface text is legible
- ✓Default configuration is performant
Steam Machine · verified
- ✓Default controller configuration fully functional
- ✓Controller glyphs match device
- ✓Default configuration is performant
SteamOS · playable
- !Game startup functional
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 213 ultra | Steam Deck Verified |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 192 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 222 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 199 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · faster GPU |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 199 ultra | Steam Deck Verified · 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
- 10
- Metacritic
- 87
- Features
- Single-playerSteam WorkshopAdjustable Text SizeCamera ComfortCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyMouse Only OptionPlayable without Timed InputSave AnytimePartial Controller SupportSteam CloudRemote Play on TabletFamily Sharing
- Languages (24)
- English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Italian, Spanish - Spain, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Hungarian, Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese - Portugal, Portuguese - Brazil, Simplified Chinese, Swedish, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Finnish, Korean, Romanian, Spanish - Latin America
Latest news & patches
- The Jugust merch caravan has arrived!2026-07-31
- Get the RimWorld x Project Zomboid bundle2026-07-29
- RimWorld x Abiotic Factor bundle out now2026-07-13
- Update 1.6.4850 releasedPatch2026-06-08
- RimWorld x Going Medieval bundle now available2026-03-27
- The winter merch collection is here! ❄️2025-11-27
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can RimWorld run on a GTX 1650?
Yes. The GeForce GTX 1650 is well above RimWorld's recommended spec. We estimate ~253 fps at 1080p high (range 177–300+, low confidence, ±30%), GPU-limited. At 1440p high expect ~177 fps, so every preset holds 60 fps. Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can RimWorld run on Steam Deck?
Yes. Valve rates RimWorld Steam Deck Verified. At the Steam Deck OLED's native 1280×800 we estimate ~213 fps on the ultra preset (range 149–277, low confidence, ±30%). 60 fps is reachable on the ultra preset. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for RimWorld at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce GTX 1630 or faster: ~106 fps (range 74–138, low confidence, ±30%). At 1080p high a GeForce GTX 1630 is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce GTX 1630. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for RimWorld by brand.
Can I run RimWorld on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~202 fps (range 141–263, low confidence, ±30%). RimWorld on the GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does RimWorld need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 4 GB of RAM minimum for RimWorld. The publisher lists no recommended tier; the requirements table shows our estimate for one.
How much storage does RimWorld take?
RimWorld needs 1 GB of free storage according to the publisher's minimum spec on Steam. The minimum operating system is Windows 7.