Starbound
Quick facts
- Single player
- Yes
- Multiplayer
- Yes
- Online co-op
- Yes, up to 8 players
- Split-screen
- Not listed
- Languages
- 2 languages
From IGDB, the game database run by Twitch. See the questions below for details.
What you need to play it
Pick your device.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Debian Stable or Ubuntu 12.04 LTS or later | Debian Stable or Ubuntu 12.04 LTS or later |
| Processor | Core 2 Duo | Core i3 |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 256 MB graphics memory and opengl 2.1 compatible gpu | 256 MB graphics memory and opengl 2.1 compatible discrete gpu |
| Storage | 3 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
From the publisher’s listing on Steam.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| macOS | OS 10.9 or later | OS 10.9 or later |
| Processor | 64 bit Intel CPU | 64 bit Intel CPU |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | 3 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
From the publisher’s listing on Steam.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Core 2 Duo | Core i3 |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 256 MB graphics memory and directx 9.0c compatible gpu | Discrete GPU capable of directx 9.0c |
| Storage | 3 GB available space | 4 GB available space |
From the publisher’s listing on Steam.
Can my PC run it?
Pick your parts for a quick check against the requirements above.
A rough comparison based on typical performance of each part. Laptop versions of a chip are usually slower.
Needs about 3 GB. Work out the download time at your speed.
| Works on | Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S through backward compatibility |
|---|---|
| Performance | Not published by the publisher yet |
| Storage | Not published by the publisher yet |
| Online play | Xbox Game Pass Essential or higher for online multiplayer in paid games |
| Buy | Xbox Store |
| Works on | Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S |
|---|---|
| Performance | Not published by the publisher yet |
| Storage | Not published by the publisher yet |
| Online play | Xbox Game Pass Essential or higher for online multiplayer in paid games |
| Buy | Xbox Store |
Where to buy
In the United States: Amazon.com (Xbox One) Amazon.com (Xbox Series)
Price by country
Cheapest in United States, at $14.99 on Steam. These are PC prices on Steam.
| Country | Store | Price | In US$ | Lowest in 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Lowest | Steam | $14.99 | $14.99 | $14.99 |
Last checked 21 October 2026. US prices are before sales tax. Import cost calculator
Common questions
Can you play Starbound alone?
Yes, Starbound has a single-player mode.
Is Starbound multiplayer?
Yes. Listed modes: Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player.
Does Starbound have online co-op?
Yes, Starbound supports online co-op for up to 8 players.
Does Starbound have split-screen?
No local split-screen mode is listed for Starbound.
What languages does Starbound support?
Audio: English. Interface: English, English (UK).
Can my PC run Starbound?
The minimum is Core 2 Duo, 2 GB RAM and 256 MB graphics memory and directx 9.0c compatible gpu.
What platforms is Starbound on?
Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S.
Where is Starbound cheapest?
In United States, at $14.99 on Steam, as last checked.