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Can I Run Catan Universe?

Client/Frontend: Endava / Backend: SuperNimbus · 2017

Trade – build – settle: Become Lord of Catan! Get to know Catan and play the starter scenario in multiplayer mode. Purchase the complete base game, expansions, card game and much more to discover the entire Universe of Catan.

Can You Run Catan Universe?

Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Catan Universe’s official minimum and recommended requirements.

Your PC

You can run Catan Universe — and then some

Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 4060Open GL 3.1+ CompliantNVIDIA Geforce 600 series with 2 GB memory or higher
CPUCore i5-134001.5Ghz Dual-Core Intel Core i52.0Ghz Dual-Core Intel Core i5 or higher
RAM16 GB2 GB4 GB
OSWindows 11Windows 10 64-bitWindows 10 64-bit

Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.

Estimated FPS at 1080p

GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →

Catan Universe is a moderately demanding casual game from 2017. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 109 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 49 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 207 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably. It's also free to play, so testing it on your hardware costs nothing.

Budget GPU

GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT

~44–54 FPS

Low Performance

Mid-range GPU

RTX 4060 / RX 7600

~100–120 FPS

Great

High-end GPU

RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX

~185–230 FPS

Excellent

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Catan Universe System Requirements

The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Catan Universe, component by component.

ComponentMinimumRecommended
OSWindows 10 64-bitWindows 10 64-bit
Processor1.5Ghz Dual-Core Intel Core i52.0Ghz Dual-Core Intel Core i5 or higher
Memory2 GB RAM4 GB RAM
GraphicsOpen GL 3.1+ CompliantNVIDIA Geforce 600 series with 2 GB memory or higher
DirectXVersion 11Version 11
Storage1 GB available space1 GB available space
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Minimum

OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: 1.5Ghz Dual-Core Intel Core i5 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Open GL 3.1+ Compliant DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 1 GB available space Additional Notes: 720p, 16:9 recommended

Recommended

OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: 2.0Ghz Dual-Core Intel Core i5 or higher Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA Geforce 600 series with 2 GB memory or higher DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 1 GB available space Additional Notes: 1080p, 16:9 recommended

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

Catan Universe — FAQ

Can I run Catan Universe?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 109 FPS at 1080p in Catan Universe. Budget GPUs get about 49 FPS and high-end GPUs around 207 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.

What are the minimum system requirements for Catan Universe?+

Catan Universe needs at least a 1.5Ghz Dual-Core Intel Core i5 processor, a Open GL 3.1+ Compliant graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 1 GB available space of storage, running Windows 10 64-bit.

Can Catan Universe run without a graphics card?+

No — Catan Universe is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Open GL 3.1+ Compliant).

How much RAM does Catan Universe need?+

Catan Universe officially requires a minimum of 2GB of RAM, with 4GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.

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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.