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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Nvidia GTX1050 Ti / AMD Radeon 570, 4GB VRAM | Nvidia GTX1060 / AMD RX 590 | Detecting... |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 5th gen or better / AMD Ryzen 5 or better | Intel Core i5 5th gen or better / AMD Ryzen 5 or better | Detecting... |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 10 GB | 10 GB | — |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 | — |
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About
Discover the mysteries of the Atacama, explore the abandoned mining networks, evade the scorching sun and survive the environment in one of the most arid place in the world. Arid is a FREE survival game made by students from Breda University.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Arid on my PC?
To run Arid you need at least a GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or a Radeon 570, plus 8 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a GeForce GTX 1060 or a Radeon RX 590, plus 16 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Arid?
Arid minimum requirements: GPU: Nvidia GTX1050 Ti / AMD Radeon 570, 4GB VRAM, CPU: Intel Core i5 5th gen or better / AMD Ryzen 5 or better, RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 10 GB, DirectX: Version 11.
What are the recommended specs for Arid?
Arid recommended specs: GPU: Nvidia GTX1060 / AMD RX 590, CPU: Intel Core i5 5th gen or better / AMD Ryzen 5 or better, RAM: 16 GB, Storage: 10 GB, DirectX: Version 11.
How many GB is Arid?
Arid requires at least 10 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Arid?
Yes, a GTX 1650 should run Arid at minimum settings. It meets the minimum GPU tier but falls below the recommended spec, so expect 1080p low-to-medium and occasional frame dips in demanding scenes.
Is Arid CPU or GPU intensive?
Arid puts balanced load on both CPU and GPU. Neither component is dramatically heavier than the other, so a mid-range CPU paired with a mid-range GPU delivers the best experience.
Can Steam Deck run Arid?
Unfortunately, Arid is currently marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and determined it does not work properly on the device due to compatibility issues.
How many players can run Arid?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 96% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Arid and 88% meet the recommended one. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
