Terraria
by Re-Logic · published by Headup Games
Released May 16, 2011 on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and PS Vita.
About Terraria
Terraria is a 2D sandbox action-adventure game with platforming and role-playing elements. Players create a character and are placed in a procedurally generated world where they mine resources, craft equipment, build structures, and fight enemies. Progression is driven by defeating bosses that unlock new tiers of items, biomes, and challenges. The game features a class system based on equipped gear, NPC recruitment tied to achievements, and supports both single-player and multiplayer modes. Terraria also includes official modding support through the tModLoader framework.
You find yourself in a mysterious, untamed world with only a handful of basic tools and no clear path ahead. As night approaches and strange creatures begin to roam the land, you must create a place of safety and venture into the unknown. What begins as a simple struggle for survival soon becomes a journey across forgotten caverns, distant landscapes, and a world filled with secrets waiting to be discovered.
Release dates by platform
Reviews & players
PC system requirements
Official specs from Steam
Minimum
| OS | Windows Xp, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, 10 |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.0 Ghz |
| Memory | 2.5GB |
| Hard Disk Space | 200MB |
| Video Card | 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ |
| DirectX® | 9.0c or Greater |
Recommended
| OS | Windows 7, 8/8.1, 10 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dual Core 3.0 Ghz |
| Memory | 4GB |
| Hard Disk Space | 200MB |
| Video Card | 256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ |
| DirectX® | 9.0c or Greater |
Terraria FAQ
When did Terraria come out?
Terraria was released on May 16, 2011 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and PS Vita.
Is Terraria on PlayStation 5?
No. Terraria has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and PS Vita.
Is Terraria on Xbox Series X|S?
No. Terraria has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and PS Vita.
Is Terraria on Nintendo Switch 2?
No. Terraria has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS, and PS Vita.
Who is making Terraria?
Terraria is developed by Re-Logic and published by Headup Games and 505 Games.
Is Terraria multiplayer?
Yes. Terraria supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative.
How much does Terraria cost?
Terraria costs $4.99 on Steam (50% off, normally $9.99). Prices checked October 9, 2026.
Is Terraria good?
Steam players rate it "Overwhelmingly Positive" — 97% of 1,560,984 reviews are positive. Critics average 81/100.
What are the minimum PC requirements for Terraria?
The minimum GPU is 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Terraria system requirements page.
