You need Windows 10, a 64-bit processor and operating system, and 8 GB RAM to meet the basic PC requirements. The minimum CPU is Intel Core i5-5257U, AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or equivalent; the minimum GPU is GeForce GTX 1050, AMD RX 460 or equivalent. These Chained Beasts system requirements give you the Windows hardware checklist, with a separate gamepad requirement if you plan to play same-screen co-op.
Does my PC meet the Chained Beasts system requirements?
Your PC needs to meet the operating system, processor, memory and graphics requirements together. Compare your setup against every row below before deciding that you meet the minimum.
| Component | Windows minimum |
|---|---|
| Architecture | 64-bit processor and operating system |
| Operating system | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-5257U, AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or equivalent |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 1050, AMD RX 460 or equivalent |
Start with the CPU and GPU model names. The Intel and AMD processors are alternatives within the processor requirement, and the GeForce and AMD graphics cards are alternatives within the graphics requirement. You do not need both listed processors or both listed graphics cards.
What are the recommended specs and storage requirements?
The Windows recommended entry lists a 64-bit processor and operating system, without a separate CPU, RAM or graphics recommendation. There is no second hardware tier here to use as an upgrade shopping list.
| Detail | Published requirement |
|---|---|
| Recommended Windows architecture | 64-bit processor and operating system |
| Recommended CPU, RAM and GPU | No separate specifications listed |
| Storage space and DirectX version | No values listed |
The minimum spec also doesn't promise a resolution or frame rate, so treat it as the floor for launching and playing, not a performance target.
What does Chained Beasts require on Mac?
The macOS minimum is macOS 11, with Apple M1 / Intel i7-8850H for the processor, 8 GB RAM, and Apple M1 / Radeon Pro 560X for graphics.
| Component | macOS minimum |
|---|---|
| Operating system | macOS 11 |
| Processor | Apple M1 / Intel i7-8850H |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Apple M1 / Radeon Pro 560X |
Any Apple Silicon Mac (M1 or newer) meets both the processor and graphics lines.
Do I need a controller for same-screen co-op?
You need at least 1 gamepad for same-screen co-op on Windows or macOS. Count that alongside your hardware check if sharing a screen is how you intend to play.
Solo and online play don't need one. For the rest of the multiplayer setup, see Chained Beasts co-op.
What can I try if Chained Beasts Steam Deck gets stuck at the logo?
If your Steam Deck stops at the Featherweight logo while launching offline, try connecting to the internet and launching again. A player reported that exact offline loading problem and said the game loaded when connected.
- Check whether your launch attempt is offline and stops at the Featherweight logo.
- Connect your Steam Deck to the internet.
- Launch Chained Beasts again and see whether it gets past the logo.
Once you are in, start with the Chained Beasts tips or pick your beast on the Chained Beasts characters page.