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Can I Run Goat Simulator?

Coffee Stain Studios · 2014

Goat Simulator is the latest in high-tech Goat Simulation technology.

Can You Run Goat Simulator?

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

Your PC

You can run Goat Simulator — and then some

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

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 4060Shader Model 3.0, 256 MB VRAMShader Model 3.0, 512 MB VRAM
CPUCore i5-134002.0 GHz Dual Core Processor2.0 GHz Quad Core Processor
RAM16 GB2 GB4 GB
OSWindows 11Windows VistaWindows 7 or 8

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? →

Goat Simulator is a moderately demanding casual game from 2014. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 103 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 47 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 197 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably.

Budget GPU

GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT

~42–52 FPS

Low Performance

Mid-range GPU

RTX 4060 / RX 7600

~95–115 FPS

Great

High-end GPU

RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX

~175–215 FPS

Excellent

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Goat Simulator System Requirements

The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Goat Simulator, component by component.

ComponentMinimumRecommended
OSWindows VistaWindows 7 or 8
Processor2.0 GHz Dual Core Processor2.0 GHz Quad Core Processor
Memory2 GB RAM4 GB RAM
GraphicsShader Model 3.0, 256 MB VRAMShader Model 3.0, 512 MB VRAM
DirectXVersion 9.0cVersion 9.0c
Storage2 GB available space2 GB available space
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Minimum

OS *: Windows Vista Processor: 2.0 GHz Dual Core Processor Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Shader Model 3.0, 256 MB VRAM DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c-compatible, 16-bit

Recommended

OS *: Windows 7 or 8 Processor: 2.0 GHz Quad Core Processor Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Shader Model 3.0, 512 MB VRAM DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c-compatible, 16-bit

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

Goat Simulator — FAQ

Can I run Goat Simulator?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 103 FPS at 1080p in Goat Simulator. Budget GPUs get about 47 FPS and high-end GPUs around 197 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 Goat Simulator?+

Goat Simulator needs at least a 2.0 GHz Dual Core Processor processor, a Shader Model 3.0, 256 MB VRAM graphics card, 2GB of RAM, 2 GB available space of storage, running Windows Vista.

Can Goat Simulator run without a graphics card?+

No — Goat Simulator is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Shader Model 3.0, 256 MB VRAM).

How much RAM does Goat Simulator need?+

Goat Simulator 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.