Can I Run The Sapling?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Graphics card with DX10 (shader model 4.0) capabilities. | — | Detecting... |
| CPU | A processor with SSE2 instruction set support | — | Detecting... |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 150 MB | — | — |
| DirectX | Version 10 | — | — |
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About
The Sapling is a short simulation game where you design your own plants and animals, and put them in a world together. Or you turn on random mutations, and see what evolution does to your ecosystem!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run The Sapling on my PC?
To run The Sapling you need at least a DirectX 10 GPU, plus 16 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are 32 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for The Sapling?
The Sapling minimum requirements: GPU: Graphics card with DX10 (shader model 4.0) capabilities., CPU: A processor with SSE2 instruction set support, RAM: 16 GB, Storage: 150 MB, DirectX: Version 10.
What are the recommended specs for The Sapling?
The Sapling recommended specs: GPU: Not specified, CPU: Not specified, RAM: 32 GB, Storage: —.
How many GB is The Sapling?
The Sapling requires at least 150 MB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run The Sapling?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for The Sapling. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is The Sapling CPU or GPU intensive?
The Sapling is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.
Can Steam Deck run The Sapling?
Yes, The Sapling is marked as Playable on Steam Deck. It runs on the device but may require some manual adjustments, such as configuring the on-screen keyboard or tweaking graphics settings.
How many players can run The Sapling?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for The Sapling. 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.
