Molecats

Molecats

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Release date 2018-08-28
Genre Adventure
What hardware does Molecats need?

Molecats has an FPSHQ demand score of 30/100: a light game — runs even on budget and older graphics cards. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam.

requirements · data updated · methodology

Molecats is a game by Vidroid. Steam release date: August 28, 2018. Minimum graphics card per Steam: Intel HD 4600 (AMD or NVIDIA equivalent). It needs at least 4 GB of RAM.

Description

Molecats is a challenging, indirect-control puzzler! As the Molecats delve into nearby caves to retrieve delicious 'shrooms and shiny relics, it's your job to keep each of them on the safest, direct path to goodies – avoiding traps and monsters along the way!

Data: the game’s Steam store page

About the game

Developer
Vidroid
Publisher
Vidroid
Release date
August 28, 2018
PC platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux

Molecats system requirements

Component Minimum
OS Windows 7 (64 bit)
Processor Dual Core 2 GHz
Memory 4 GB ОЗУ
Graphics Intel HD 4600 (AMD or NVIDIA equivalent)
DirectX версии 10
Storage 2 GB

Source: the game’s Steam page — requirements published by the developer.

How big is Molecats and does it need an SSD

Molecats needs 2 GB of disk space, according to its official system requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 11, 2026). requirements

2 GBdisk space
not statedSSD
59 %of 122277 games with an official size are smaller

The requirements of Molecats do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.

MolecatsMolecats2 GBMedian of 2018 games (n = 6685)Median of 2018 games (n = 6685)600 MBMedian of 122277 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122277 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GBMolecatsMolecats2 GBMedian of 2018 games (n = 6685)Median of 2018 games (n = 6685)600 MBMedian of 122277 FPSHQ gamesMedian of 122277 FPSHQ games1 GBLargest: AlbatrossLargest: Albatross2000 GB

Source: official system requirements (the game’s Steam page), captured Nov 11, 2026. The size is the free space needed to install; updates and DLC can make it grow. store.steampowered.com

Tip: keep extra space beyond the listed size — updates are downloaded first and installed afterwards.

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FPS on different graphics cards

FPS forecast for Molecats on current 2024–2026 GPUs. Switch the graphics preset — the table recalculates. Average FPS at 1080p / 1440p / 4K.

Graphics card Tier 1080p 1440p 4K
GeForce RTX 5090 S 300–505 275–455 205–345
GeForce RTX 4090 S 295–495 260–430 170–290
GeForce RTX 5080 S 290–485 245–405 150–255
GeForce RTX 4080 Super A 280–475 230–385 135–230
GeForce RTX 4080 A 275–465 220–370 125–215
Radeon RX 7900 XTX A 275–465 225–375 125–220
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti A 270–455 215–360 120–205
Radeon RX 9070 XT A 270–450 210–350 115–200
Radeon RX 7900 XT A 255–430 195–325 105–180
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super A 265–445 205–340 110–195
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti B 250–420 185–315 100–175
Radeon RX 9070 A 245–415 185–305 99–170

* Average FPS: real measurements where available, otherwise the unified FPSHQ model. Actual FPS depends on the CPU, game patch and drivers. Reference GPU models without overclocking. methodology

📊 FPS by graphics card (1440p, Ultra)

Green — 60+ FPS (comfortable), yellow — 30–60 (playable), red — below 30. Dashed line marks 60 FPS.

Which graphics cards can run Molecats

The most affordable cards the FPSHQ model expects to reach 60+ FPS at 1080p High. This is an estimate, not a measurement.

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30
Demand
out of 100

The higher it is, the more powerful a PC you need. Runs even on weak hardware.

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Key figures

Unique FPSHQ metrics from this page's data

30/100
FPSHQ load index
160–270FPS
FPS on RTX 3060, 1080p High model estimate
155–255FPS
FPS on RTX 4070, 1440p Ultra model estimate
9
of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS (1440p Ultra)
4GB
minimum RAM
2018
release year
In short

Can my PC run Molecats?

Molecats (2018): FPSHQ load index 30 out of 100. Per the FPSHQ model, GeForce RTX 3060 delivers 160–270 FPS at 1080p High and GeForce RTX 4070 155–255 FPS at 1440p Ultra; 9 of 12 popular GPUs hold 60+ FPS at 1440p Ultra. Developer's minimum GPU: Intel HD 4600 (AMD or NVIDIA equivalent); minimum RAM: 4 GB. Source of the numbers: per the system requirements on Steam (checked Nov 11, 2026); FPSHQ model estimate (not a measurement). (model accuracy)

FPSHQ load index
30 FPSHQ index
RTX 3060 · 1080p High
192 FPS model estimate
RTX 4070 · 1440p Ultra
208 FPS model estimate
updated · source: FPS Molecats, FPSHQ model estimate

Frequently asked questions about the game

What are the minimum system requirements for Molecats?
Minimum configuration: Dual Core 2 GHz, Intel HD 4600 (AMD or NVIDIA equivalent), 4 GB RAM, 2 GB of disk space.
On which platforms is the game available?
The game is available on: Windows, macOS, Linux.
How big is Molecats and does it need an SSD?
Molecats needs 2 GB of free disk space according to its official requirements (the game’s Steam page, data as of Nov 11, 2026). The requirements of Molecats do not state a drive type — an SSD is not officially required; it only speeds up loading.
What is the genre of Molecats?
Genre: Adventure. Single-player only.
Who are the developer and publisher?
Developer: Vidroid. Publisher: Vidroid.
When was or will the game be released?
Released: 2018-08-28.
What FPS will I get in this game?
Use our FPS calculator for a precise forecast for your configuration. Above on this page is a compatibility table with popular GPUs at different resolutions and settings.
Can I play on a budget graphics card?
Minimum: Intel HD 4600 (AMD or NVIDIA equivalent). If your GPU is weaker than the minimum, the game may not launch or may stutter badly. On the minimum GPU you usually play at 1080p low with FSR Performance.

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