Don't Starve
Released April 23, 2013 on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, and Linux.
About Don't Starve
Don’t Starve is an uncompromising wilderness survival game full of science and magic. Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers, and surprises. Gather resources to craft items and structures that match your survival style.
You play as Wilson, an intrepid Gentleman Scientist who has been trapped by a demon and transported to a mysterious wilderness world. Wilson must learn to exploit his environment and its inhabitants if he ever hopes to escape and find his way back home.
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PC system requirements
Official specs from Steam
Minimum
| OS * | Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8 |
|---|---|
| Processor | 1.7+ GHz or better |
| Memory | 1+ gigs of RAM GB RAM |
| Graphics | Radeon HD5450 or better; 256 MB or higher |
| DirectX® | 9.0c |
| Hard Drive | 500 MB HD space |
Don't Starve FAQ
When did Don't Starve come out?
Don't Starve was released on April 23, 2013 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, and Linux.
Is Don't Starve on PlayStation 5?
No. Don't Starve has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, and Linux.
Is Don't Starve on Xbox Series X|S?
No. Don't Starve has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, and Linux.
Is Don't Starve on Nintendo Switch 2?
No. Don't Starve has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Mac, and Linux.
Who is making Don't Starve?
Don't Starve is developed by Klei Entertainment.
Is Don't Starve multiplayer?
No. Don't Starve is single player only.
How much does Don't Starve cost?
Don't Starve costs $9.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.
Is Don't Starve good?
Steam players rate it "Overwhelmingly Positive" — 97% of 113,595 reviews are positive. Critics average 79/100.
What are the minimum PC requirements for Don't Starve?
The minimum GPU is Radeon HD5450 or better; 256 MB or higher. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Don't Starve system requirements page.
Don't Starve series
3 games in release order
