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Groundwork Simulator PC System Requirements

Compare the currently listed Groundwork Simulator minimum PC requirements and see which performance details remain unpublished.

Groundwork Simulator excavator loading material into a mining truck
Large machines, deformable terrain and material processing define the current PC workload. Official Steam screenshot
Direct answer

The current minimum lists Windows 10 64-bit, an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600, 16 GB RAM, a GTX 1660 with 6 GB VRAM, DirectX 12 and 10 GB storage. Recommended requirements and Steam Deck performance are not yet published.

OSWindows 10 64-bit
Memory16 GB RAM
GPUGTX 1660 6 GB
Storage10 GB

Minimum does not define a performance target

The store does not attach a resolution, frame rate or graphics preset to the minimum list. Meeting the parts list means the machine is within the published baseline, not that every large excavation or four-player session will hold a specific frame rate.

Terrain simulation may make CPU limits visible

Groundwork emphasizes deformable ground, vehicles, hydraulics and material handling. The official requirements do not say which system is the main bottleneck, so avoid presenting a component-specific performance claim before benchmarks exist.

Groundwork Simulator excavator loading material into a mining truck
Large machines, deformable terrain and material processing define the current PC workload. Official Steam screenshot

Treat 16 GB as a floor

The official minimum already asks for 16 GB RAM. A system with exactly that amount should leave free memory for the game by closing heavy browser tabs and background tools, particularly during multiplayer sessions.

Steam Deck and Linux remain unconfirmed

The reviewed store lists Windows and DirectX 12. It does not publish native Linux support, a Proton rating, Steam Deck verification or handheld performance. Those answers require a live build and current compatibility testing.

Recheck after major Early Access patches

Requirements often change as maps, weather, vehicles and optimization work are added. This page should preserve the old reviewed date and update the table only when the official store changes.

Current minimum specification

ComponentOfficial listingPlanning note
CPUIntel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600Minimum class only; no target frame rate stated
Memory16 GB RAMClose background applications if the system has exactly 16 GB
GraphicsNVIDIA GTX 1660, 6 GB VRAMNo AMD equivalent or graphics preset stated
APIDirectX 12Requires compatible Windows and driver
Storage10 GB availableAllow extra room for updates and shader caches