Direct answer
Friendly Steps requires 64-bit Windows 10, 8 GB RAM, a DirectX 11 GPU and 1.5 GB storage at minimum; 16 GB RAM is recommended.
Official Steam requirements
Minimum vs recommended PC specs
| Part | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel i5-4460; AMD FX-8320 or Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel i7-4770K; Ryzen 5 1500X or Ryzen 3 3200G |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| GPU | GTX 750 Ti/950; Radeon R7 260X/RX 550 | GTX 1050 Ti/1650; Radeon RX 560/RX 470 |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband | Broadband |
| Storage | 1.5 GB | 1.5 GB |
Which target should you use?
Near minimumPlan for conservative resolution and effects settings. Final performance targets are not published.
At recommendedThis is the stronger pre-launch target for a four-player physics session, but no official FPS target is stated.
Three checks before buying
- Confirm 64-bit Windows.The listing does not include macOS or Linux requirements.
- Check the dedicated GPU model.Compare the exact name, not just the memory number.
- Leave network headroom.Broadband is listed and online co-op is a core mode.
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Frequently asked questions
How much storage does Friendly Steps need?
The Steam listing asks for 1.5 GB of available storage for both minimum and recommended configurations.
Does Friendly Steps require 16 GB of RAM?
No. Minimum memory is 8 GB; 16 GB is recommended.
Can Friendly Steps run on macOS?
The official system requirements list 64-bit Windows 10 or Windows 11, not macOS.
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Sources and verification
Official store and developer material outrank screenshots and community reports. Screenshot observations are labeled; launch behavior that is not yet public stays unverified.