Can I Run Penguin Colony?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GTX 1080 | — | Detecting... |
| CPU | i7 | — | Detecting... |
| RAM | 4 GB | — | Detecting... |
| Storage | 2 GB | — | — |
| DirectX | Version 10 | — | — |
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About
Cosmic horror, through the eyes of a penguin. Rival human factions have come to your home in the Antarctic, seeking an ancient and inconceivable being. Observe their descent into insanity in this faithful re-imagining of H.P. Lovecraft’s At the Mountains of Madness, and other stories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Penguin Colony on my PC?
To run Penguin Colony you need at least a GeForce GTX 1080, plus 4 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Penguin Colony?
Penguin Colony minimum requirements: GPU: GTX 1080, CPU: i7, RAM: 4 GB, Storage: 2 GB, DirectX: Version 10.
What are the recommended specs for Penguin Colony?
Penguin Colony recommended specs: GPU: Not specified, CPU: Not specified, RAM: —, Storage: —.
How many GB is Penguin Colony?
Penguin Colony requires at least 2 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Penguin Colony?
No — a GTX 1650 falls below the minimum GPU requirement for Penguin Colony. You would need a stronger card (roughly GeForce GTX 1080 or better) for a playable experience.
Is Penguin Colony CPU or GPU intensive?
Penguin Colony is primarily GPU intensive. The minimum GPU tier is high relative to the CPU requirement, so the graphics card is the main bottleneck — upgrading your GPU will deliver the biggest frame rate gains.
Can Steam Deck run Penguin Colony?
Yes! Penguin Colony is Deck Verified by Valve. It works perfectly on Steam Deck with full controller support, proper display, and great performance out of the box.
How many players can run Penguin Colony?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 79% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Penguin Colony. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
