title: "Paralives System Requirements" slug: "paralives-system-requirements" description: "Paralives system requirements for Windows and Mac, including GPU notes, Apple Silicon support, and Early Access price notes." category: "Setup" updatedAt: "2026-05-28" primaryKeyword: "Paralives system requirements"
Paralives system requirements
Short answer: Windows minimum lists GTX 1060 or RX 6600 XT, recommended lists RTX 2060 or RX 7600 XT, and Mac requirements currently start at Apple M2 rather than M1.
Requirements table
windows requirements
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | Windows 11 |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 @ 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 @ 3.0 GHz |
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| GPU | GTX 1060 or RX 6600 XT | RTX 2060 or RX 7600 XT |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage | 8 GB | 8 GB |
mac requirements
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | macOS Big Sur 11 (Apple Silicon required) | macOS Big Sur 11 (Apple Silicon required) |
| CPU | Apple M2 | Apple M3 |
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| GPU | Apple M2 | Apple M3 |
| Storage | 8 GB | 8 GB |
If framerate is low, reduce display resolution and graphic settings. The current Steam requirements list Apple M2 as the Mac minimum and Apple M3 as recommended; Apple M1 is not listed as officially supported. The Windows CPU requirements do not specify an Intel Core i5 generation. Last verified 2026-05-28. Source
What to check before installing
Confirm OS, CPU, RAM, GPU, and available storage. The current requirements do not name an Intel Core i5 generation, so compare by clock speed and GPU class rather than CPU name alone.
Mac note
The current Mac table lists Apple M2 as minimum and Apple M3 as recommended. Apple M1 is not listed as officially supported in the current system requirements, so M1 owners should check Steam and recent community reports before buying.
Price note
The Early Access price is listed as 39.99 USD in current store coverage. Store pricing can vary by region, discounts, and later price changes, so check Steam before purchase.
Performance tips
If performance is low, reduce display resolution and graphics settings first. Also close background apps, especially on laptops and shared-memory Apple Silicon machines.
Related pages
FAQ
Does Paralives support Windows?
The verified requirements table includes Windows minimum and recommended specs.
Does Paralives support Mac?
Yes, the verified requirements table includes Mac specs, but current listed support starts at Apple M2.
How much storage is listed?
Use the requirements table above for the verified storage value.
Can requirements change?
Yes. Some details may change during Early Access.
Last verified: 2026-05-25. Some details may change during Early Access.
FAQ
Does Paralives support Windows?
The verified requirements table includes Windows minimum and recommended specs.
Does Paralives support Mac?
Yes, the verified requirements table includes Mac specs, but current listed support starts at Apple M2.
How much storage is listed?
Use the requirements table above for the verified storage value.
Can requirements change?
Yes. Some details may change during Early Access. Last verified: 2026-05-25. Some details may change during Early Access.