The Ranchers system requirements for Windows, Mac and Linux
The official minimum and recommended system requirements for The Ranchers on Windows, macOS and Linux, plus the current Steam Deck status.
The Ranchers requires 16 GB RAM and 12 GB of storage on every platform listed by Steam. Windows minimum graphics are a GTX 660 or Radeon R9 270; the recommended Windows tier lists a GTX 960+ or Radeon R9 380+. Steam also lists macOS and Linux requirements.
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- Status Confirmed
- Last Checked 2026-08-12
- Game Version Early Access
- Sources Cited 1 primary source
Windows requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10, 64-bit | Windows 10, 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel i3 | Intel i7 |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia GTX 660 or AMD Radeon R9 270 | Nvidia GTX 960+ or AMD Radeon R9 380+ |
| Storage | 12 GB available | 12 GB available |
These are the values currently published by the developer on Steam. Steam itself no longer supports older Windows versions, so players should treat Windows 10 or later as the practical baseline even though the game’s minimum block still contains Windows 7 and 8.1.
The unusual part is memory: both tiers list 16 GB RAM. If a machine has 8 GB, it is below the published minimum even if its graphics card is otherwise comparable.
macOS requirements
Steam lists the following minimum configuration:
- macOS 10.10 or later
- A four-core CPU, with Apple M1 or higher named on the page
- 16 GB RAM
- GTX 660-equivalent graphics
- 12 GB available storage
The store page does not publish a separate recommended macOS tier. Early Access performance can change with patches, so a listed minimum is not a promise of a fixed frame rate.
SteamOS and Linux requirements
The listed minimum is Ubuntu 12.04 LTS or later, an Intel i3, 16 GB RAM, GTX 660-equivalent graphics and 12 GB of storage. Steam does not currently provide a separate recommended Linux configuration on the page.
This is a Linux listing, not proof of Steam Deck Verified status. Until Valve displays an official compatibility rating, portable-PC support should be described as not yet verified.
What to check before buying
- Make sure you have 16 GB RAM and at least 12 GB free.
- Update the graphics driver before launching the Early Access build.
- On a laptop, compare the actual GPU model rather than relying only on the “i7” processor label.
- Check Steam’s refund and compatibility information if your machine is close to the minimum.
For the current release status and price, see release date and platforms. For the first-session gameplay loop, continue with the beginner guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much RAM does The Ranchers need?
- Steam lists 16 GB RAM for both the minimum and recommended Windows tiers, and 16 GB for the listed macOS and Linux minimums.
- How much storage does The Ranchers need?
- The official store page lists 12 GB of available storage across Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Does The Ranchers run on Mac or Linux?
- Steam currently lists macOS and SteamOS/Linux system requirements in addition to Windows. Actual performance still depends on the specific machine and the evolving Early Access build.
- Is The Ranchers Steam Deck Verified?
- The store page does not show a Steam Deck Verified rating in the official requirements section checked on July 31, 2026, so this guide does not claim verified support.
Sources & verification
- Store page The Ranchers on Steam — official system requirements Accessed 2026-07-31
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