PC requirements
Squad System Requirements
Squad needs at least Intel Core i5-8400, AMD Ryzen 3600, 8 GB RAM and Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB, AMD Radeon RX 580 with at least 6GB of VRAM graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5600, 16 GB RAM and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 (x64) | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400, AMD Ryzen 3600 | Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5600 |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB, AMD Radeon RX 580 with at least 6GB of VRAM | Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060, AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 65 GB available space | 65 GB available space |
| Additional notes | A teamwork oriented mindset | A microphone |
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Other platforms
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Quick answers
Running Squad on PC
Can my PC run Squad?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does Squad need?
65 GB available space
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.