About Dwarf Fortress
Dwarf Fortress is a single-player fantasy game. You can control a dwarven outpost or an adventurer in a randomly generated, persistent world.
Release dates by platform
Reviews & players
PC system requirements
Official specs from Steam
Minimum
| OS | XP SP3 or later |
|---|---|
| Processor | Dual Core CPU - 2.4GHz+ |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT |
| Storage | 500 MB available space |
Recommended
| Processor | Dual Core CPU - 4GHz+ |
|---|---|
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | 500 MB available space |
Dwarf Fortress FAQ
When did Dwarf Fortress come out?
Dwarf Fortress was released on August 8, 2006 for PC, Mac, and Linux.
Is Dwarf Fortress on PlayStation 5?
No. Dwarf Fortress has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, Mac, and Linux.
Is Dwarf Fortress on Xbox Series X|S?
No. Dwarf Fortress has not been announced for Xbox Series X|S. It is available on PC, Mac, and Linux.
Is Dwarf Fortress on Nintendo Switch 2?
No. Dwarf Fortress has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, Mac, and Linux.
Who is making Dwarf Fortress?
Dwarf Fortress is developed by Bay 12 Games.
Is Dwarf Fortress multiplayer?
No. Dwarf Fortress is single player only.
How much does Dwarf Fortress cost?
Dwarf Fortress costs $23.99 on Steam (20% off, normally $29.99). Prices checked October 9, 2026.
Is Dwarf Fortress good?
Steam players rate it "Very Positive" — 95% of 31,572 reviews are positive.
What are the minimum PC requirements for Dwarf Fortress?
The minimum GPU is 1GB of VRAM: Intel HD 3000 GPU / AMD HD 5450 / Nvidia 9400 GT. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Dwarf Fortress system requirements page.
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