Official specs from Steam
Space Engineers system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| OS | Microsoft Windows 10 (latest SP) 64-bit |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel i5 @ 3.0 GHz or higher (or AMD equivalent) |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Geforce 750/Radeon R9 270X or higher |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 35 GB available space |
| Sound Card | DirectX® compatible on-board |
| Additional Notes | No internet connection needed for single player, but for multiplayer we recommend 5Mbit/s or more |
Recommended
| OS | Microsoft Windows 10 (latest SP) 64-bit |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Quad Core i7 @ 4.5 GHz or higher (or AMD equivalent) |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Geforce 1070 GTX / Radeon RX Vega 56 or higher |
| DirectX | Version 11 |
| Storage | 35 GB available space |
| Sound Card | DirectX® compatible on-board |
| Additional Notes | No internet connection needed for single player, but for multiplayer we recommend 5Mbit/s or more |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Space Engineers?
Minimum: Geforce 750/Radeon R9 270X or higher. Recommended: Geforce 1070 GTX / Radeon RX Vega 56 or higher.
How much RAM does Space Engineers need?
Space Engineers needs 8 GB RAM at minimum, 16 GB RAM recommended.
How big is Space Engineers?
Space Engineers requires 35 GB available space.
Does Space Engineers run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).