No Man’s Sky System Requirements: Minimum and Recommended PC Specs (2026)
Nick Guli|To run No Man's Sky on PC, you need at least Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630 and 8 GB RAM. Plan for 15 GB of free storage. These are the official specs from the game’s Steam page, checked on Oct 8, 2026.
No Man's Sky PC requirements
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10/11 (64-bit versions) | – |
| Processor | Intel Core i3 | – |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | – |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630 | – |
| Storage | 15 GB available space | – |
| VR support | SteamVR | – |
How demanding is No Man's Sky?
Its minimum memory requirement of 8 GB is higher than 37% of the 183 PC games we track. Its 15 GB install is larger than 34% of them.
The minimum requirements highlight an older budget machine by today’s standards. You’ll need a Core i3, a GTX 1060 3GB or RX 470 4GB, and 8 GB of RAM. These specs are several generations old, so most current mid-range gaming PCs will easily exceed them. The graphics card is the key component here. The game features large open planets, and the entry-level GPU determines how well it looks and performs.
An interesting point is the graphics line. It accepts Intel UHD graphics 630 along with much more powerful dedicated cards, so the real minimum isn’t as strict as it seems. Storage needs are modest at 15 GB, but installing it on an SSD is a smart choice. The game streams in terrain as you move. The Steam Deck is Verified, and it supports VR through SteamVR.
Can you play No Man's Sky on Steam Deck?
Valve rates No Man's Sky Verified on Steam Deck. That means it works fully out of the box.
- Passes: Default controller config fully functional
- Passes: Controller glyphs match deck device
- Passes: Interface text is legible
- Passes: Default configuration is performant
Is No Man's Sky on Mac or Linux?
Yes. Steam lists native Mac versions of No Man's Sky.
No Man's Sky system requirements FAQ
What are the minimum requirements for No Man's Sky?
Windows 10/11 (64-bit versions), Intel Core i3, 8 GB RAM and Nvidia GTX 1060 3GB, AMD RX 470 4GB, Intel UHD graphics 630. You also need 15 GB available space.
Can I run No Man's Sky with 8 GB of RAM?
Yes, 8 GB meets the minimum of 8 GB.
How much storage does No Man's Sky need?
The Steam page lists 15 GB of free space.
Does No Man's Sky work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates it Verified on Steam Deck.
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Specs and the Steam Deck rating come from the game’s official Steam store listing and Valve’s compatibility report. Comparisons use the same data for every PC game Explosion tracks. Re-checked monthly.
Nick Guli
Nick Guli is the founder and editor-in-chief of Explosion.com, which he launched in February 2012. With over a decade of experience in digital publishing, Nick oversees editorial direction across entertainment, gaming, technology, and lifestyle content. He is an avid gamer and movie enthusiast who brings a critical eye to coverage of industry trends, game reviews, and entertainment news.
