Can I run Palworld?

Official Palworld system requirements, player reports on Palworld performance, and a check against your GPU and CPU.

Official system requirements

Published on the Steam store page by the developer. This is that text, not a benchmark.

Minimum

OS
Windows 10 (64-Bit)
Processor
Intel Core i5-9400F
Memory
16 GB RAM
Graphics
GeForce GTX 1660
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
40 GB available space
Notes
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Network: Broadband Internet connection SSD Required - Performance may vary depending on the amount of active Pals.

Recommended

OS
Windows 11 (64-Bit)
Processor
Intel Core i5-12400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Memory
32 GB RAM
Graphics
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti / Radeon RX 6700 XT
DirectX
Version 11
Storage
40 GB available space
Notes
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Network: Broadband Internet connection SSD Required - Performance may vary depending on the amount of active Pals.

What players say about performance

The game runs well for many players, with some experiencing performance issues, but overall it is praised for stability and optimization.

Drawn from 24 reviews that mention performance.

Common problems

  • Frame rate drops and rough framerates
  • Crashes and occasional lag spikes
  • Performance problems on lower-end hardware
  • Some reports of optimization issues despite good hardware

What runs it well

  • Works great on Steam Deck
  • Well optimized on mid-range PCs
  • Runs without crashes for some users
  • Handles high CPU/GPU settings well for casual play

Check your PC

Pick a GPU and a CPU. The result compares their class with the parts named in the official requirements. It is not an FPS estimate.

AI review summary of Palworld