BeamNG.drive System Requirements: Minimum and Recommended PC Specs (2026)
Nick Guli|To run BeamNG.drive on PC, you need at least Minimum 6GB VRAM (AMD Radeon RX 570 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060) and 16 GB RAM. The developer recommends Minimum 8GB VRAM (AMD RX 6700 / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060) with 32 GB RAM. Plan for 60 GB of free storage. These are the official specs from the game’s Steam page, checked on Oct 8, 2026.
BeamNG.drive PC requirements
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64 Bit | Windows 10 64 Bit |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 1600 / Intel Core i5 8400 | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X / Intel Core i7 9700 |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Minimum 6GB VRAM (AMD Radeon RX 570 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060) | Minimum 8GB VRAM (AMD RX 6700 / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060) |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 60 GB available space | 60 GB available space |
| VR support | – | 10GB VRAM GPU with Vulkan support and OpenXR |
| Additional notes | Installing game mods will increase required storage space. Gamepad recommended. | Recommended spec based on 1080p resolution. Installing game mods will increase required storage space. Gamepad recommended. |
How demanding is BeamNG.drive?
Its minimum memory requirement of 16 GB is higher than 88% of the 183 PC games we track. Its 60 GB install is larger than 64% of them.
The specified hardware suggests an older mid-range gaming PC as the minimum requirement, with a mainstream mid-range build being the recommended option. By 2026 standards, neither tier demands anything too recent or high-end. The graphics card deserves attention: both tiers set a VRAM minimum of 6GB for the minimum and 8GB for recommended. A card with less memory will struggle, no matter how fast the processor is. The minimum of 16 GB RAM, increasing to 32 GB, highlights memory as another key factor for a physics-heavy simulation.
Interestingly, storage requirements remain the same across both tiers, with 60 GB specified for each. The notes mention that mods will require additional space, so it’s wise to leave some headroom. Installing on an SSD is a smart move given the size. For VR players, a GPU with 10GB VRAM that supports Vulkan and OpenXR is necessary, which sets a higher standard than the basic recommendation. The Steam Deck is marked as Playable.
Can you play BeamNG.drive on Steam Deck?
Valve rates BeamNG.drive Playable on Steam Deck. That means it runs, but may need some manual tweaks.
- Note: Launcher interaction issues
- Note: Default controller config not fully functional
- Note: Controller glyphs do not match deck device
- Note: Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
- Note: Interface text is not legible
- Passes: Default configuration is performant
Is BeamNG.drive on Mac or Linux?
No. Steam lists BeamNG.drive for Windows only, with no native Mac or Linux version.
BeamNG.drive system requirements FAQ
What are the minimum requirements for BeamNG.drive?
Windows 10 64 Bit, AMD Ryzen 5 1600 / Intel Core i5 8400, 16 GB RAM and Minimum 6GB VRAM (AMD Radeon RX 570 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060). You also need 60 GB available space.
What are the recommended specs for BeamNG.drive?
AMD Ryzen 7 3700X / Intel Core i7 9700, 32 GB RAM and Minimum 8GB VRAM (AMD RX 6700 / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060).
Can I run BeamNG.drive with 8 GB of RAM?
No. The minimum is 16 GB of RAM, so 8 GB is below the official requirement.
How much storage does BeamNG.drive need?
The Steam page lists 60 GB of free space.
Does BeamNG.drive work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates it Playable on Steam Deck.
More on BeamNG.drive
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.
