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Can I Run Zero-K?

Indie, Simulation, Strategy Apr 27, 2018 89 playing now

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Steam players who can run it · September 2026

According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of players have a GPU that runs Zero-K at minimum and 97% at recommended.

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Based on the GPUs we identified, which add up to 82.6% of the survey. Only the graphics card counts: not the CPU or RAM.Source: Steam Hardware SurveyHow we calculate it

System Requirements

ComponentMinimumRecommendedYour PC
GPU 512 MB graphics card with OpenGL 3 support (GeForce 8800 or equivalent); integrated cards may not work 2048 MB graphics card with OpenGL 3 support (high GT 500 series or equivalent) Detecting...
CPU 2.0 GHz dual core CPU with SSE (Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent) 3.0 GHz quad core CPU (Intel Core i5 or equivalent) Detecting...
RAM 4 GB 8 GB Detecting...
Storage 6 GB 8 GB —
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With 100+ truly unique units, Zero-K is an RTS of freedom and creativity, tempered by a decade of refinement. Sculpt land into a castle and throw invaders off it with a Jugglenaut. Explore a massive campaign, solo or co-op. Hop online for epic 32 player battles or fast paced 1v1, on 100s of maps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I run Zero-K on my PC?

To run Zero-K you need at least a GeForce 8800, plus 4 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a GeForce GT 500 series GPU, plus 8 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.

What are the minimum requirements for Zero-K?

Zero-K minimum requirements: GPU: 512 MB graphics card with OpenGL 3 support (GeForce 8800 or equivalent); integrated cards may not work, CPU: 2.0 GHz dual core CPU with SSE (Intel Core 2 Duo or equivalent), RAM: 4 GB, Storage: 6 GB.

What are the recommended specs for Zero-K?

Zero-K recommended specs: GPU: 2048 MB graphics card with OpenGL 3 support (high GT 500 series or equivalent), CPU: 3.0 GHz quad core CPU (Intel Core i5 or equivalent), RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 8 GB.

How many GB is Zero-K?

Zero-K requires at least 6 GB of free storage for installation, with 8 GB recommended to account for updates and DLC. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.

Can a GTX 1650 run Zero-K?

Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Zero-K. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.

Is Zero-K CPU or GPU intensive?

Zero-K 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 Zero-K?

Unfortunately, Zero-K 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 Zero-K?

According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Zero-K and 97% 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.