Dead by Daylight System Requirements: Minimum and Recommended PC Specs (2026)

To run Dead by Daylight on PC, you need at least DX11 Compatible GeForce GTX 460 1GB or AMD HD 6850 1GB and 8 GB RAM. The developer recommends DX11 Compatible GeForce 760 or AMD HD 8800 or higher with 4GB of RAM with 8 GB RAM. Plan for 50 GB of free storage. These are the official specs from the game’s Steam page, checked on Oct 8, 2026.

Dead by Daylight PC requirements

Spec	Minimum	Recommended
OS	Windows 10 64-bit Operating System	Windows 10 64-bit Operating System
Processor	Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8120	Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8300 or higher
Memory	8 GB RAM	8 GB RAM
Graphics	DX11 Compatible GeForce GTX 460 1GB or AMD HD 6850 1GB	DX11 Compatible GeForce 760 or AMD HD 8800 or higher with 4GB of RAM
DirectX	Version 11	Version 11
Storage	50 GB available space	50 GB available space
Network	Broadband Internet connection	Broadband Internet connection
Sound card	DX11 compatible	DX11 compatible
Additional notes	With these requirements, it is recommended that the game is played on Low quality settings.	–

How demanding is Dead by Daylight?

Its minimum memory requirement of 8 GB is higher than 37% of the 183 PC games we track. Its 50 GB install is larger than 58% of them.

Dead by Daylight is designed for older budget PCs. The recommended processors and graphics cards are over ten years old by today’s standards. So, if you’ve got a desktop or laptop made in the last few years, it’ll easily meet these requirements. The Steam Deck Verified status backs this up: it’s a light workload that handheld devices can handle without issue.

Pay attention to the graphics card. The minimum requirement is 1GB of video memory, with a suggestion for Low quality settings. For the recommended specs, you’ll need 4GB of video memory. Interestingly, the recommended processor remains the same Intel Core i3-4170, with only the AMD option changing. RAM stays consistent at 8 GB across both tiers. Both tiers require 50 GB of storage, so try to install the game on an SSD to keep load times quick.

Can you play Dead by Daylight on Steam Deck?

Valve rates Dead by Daylight 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
• Note: External controllers not supported primary player

Is Dead by Daylight on Mac or Linux?

No. Steam lists Dead by Daylight for Windows only, with no native Mac or Linux version.

Dead by Daylight system requirements FAQ

What are the minimum requirements for Dead by Daylight?

Windows 10 64-bit Operating System, Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8120, 8 GB RAM and DX11 Compatible GeForce GTX 460 1GB or AMD HD 6850 1GB. You also need 50 GB available space.

What are the recommended specs for Dead by Daylight?

Intel Core i3-4170 or AMD FX-8300 or higher, 8 GB RAM and DX11 Compatible GeForce 760 or AMD HD 8800 or higher with 4GB of RAM.

Can I run Dead by Daylight with 8 GB of RAM?

Yes, 8 GB meets the minimum of 8 GB.

How much storage does Dead by Daylight need?

The Steam page lists 50 GB of free space.

Does Dead by Daylight 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.