Civilization: Beyond Earth: Rising Tides System Requirements
Before downloading Rising Tide , please note that to play. Below are the minimum and recommended specifications for the complete experience (base game + expansion).
System Requirements for Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth - Rising Tide
The Rising Tide expansion requires the base game and specific system resources, outlined below for 2026. Storage : 8 GB to 10 GB available space
For non-Windows platforms, the requirements are slightly different, primarily handled by Aspyr : : OS : macOS 10.12 (Sierra) or later. Processor : Intel Core i3 2.2 GHz. Memory : 4 GB RAM. Storage : 8 GB to 10 GB available space. Linux Minimum : OS : SteamOS or Ubuntu 14.04. Processor : Intel Core i3 or AMD A10. Memory : 4 GB RAM.
Below are the official minimum and recommended system specifications, download sizes, and performance tips. Minimum System Requirements
Linux support is provided by Aspyr and tested primarily on Ubuntu LTS. Restart the game.
You do not need a supercomputer or a dedicated SSD. However, note that Rising Tide overwrites core game mechanics. You are not just adding files; you are modifying the base engine. Ensure you have at least 15 GB of free space during the installation process to allow for temporary decompression.
Rising Tide was also ported to macOS and Linux by Aspyr Media. If you are downloading the game on non-Windows platforms, keep these requirements in mind:
Maybe! The official min specs are quite modest (256 MB video cards from 2007-2009). However, it’s always best to check if your card meets the minimum requirements listed above for your operating system. For Mac users, be sure to check the list of chipsets above before purchasing. and "Water Quality" to Medium.
: Running the game in windowed mode can stabilize performance on multi-monitor setups.
The game’s auto-detection for Rising Tide water shaders can be overly cautious. Fix: Go to Graphics Options → Set "Terrain Tessellation" to Low, and "Water Quality" to Medium. Restart the game.