Dressmaker system requirements and price
Will it run, what does it cost, and what to try if it crashes.
Updated · checked against Build 443
What are Dressmaker's system requirements?
Dressmaker is a light game. On Windows you need Windows 10, an Intel Core i5 or Ryzen CPU, 8 GB RAM, Intel UHD 630 graphics or better, DirectX 11 and 2 GB of space. On Mac it needs an Apple M1 or newer, 8 GB RAM and 1 GB of space. Steam does not flag a Linux build, so Linux players use Proton. It costs $14.99 on Steam and released on 21 September 2026, made by Cozy Lives and published by Free Lives. Steam lists it as mouse-only, with Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. If it crashes, players report that a 30 FPS frame limit, the -force-d3d11 launch option, or uninstalling overlay tools like OMEN Gaming Hub helps. A free older prototype (0.5.5) is still on itch.io if you want to try the idea first.
- Price: $14.99
- Story: ~35 h
- RAM: 8 GB
- Mac: M1+
- Linux: Proton only
Minimum specs
| Windows | Mac | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 | macOS on Apple silicon |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen | Apple M1 |
| Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Graphics | Intel UHD 630, DirectX 11 | Integrated |
| Storage | 2 GB | 1 GB |
Crash and lag fixes players use
- Set Frame Limit to 30 in settings.
- Add -force-d3d11 in Steam → Properties → Launch Options.
- Close or uninstall overlay tools (OMEN Gaming Hub is the most reported).
- Update graphics drivers and verify game files in Steam.
- Still crashing? Post your build number in the Steam bug thread.
GeForce Now and Linux Mint players have their own forum threads; check the FAQ for links.
Linux, Steam Deck and the prototype
- Linux: Steam lists Linux specs (Ubuntu/Mint, i5, UHD 630, 1 GB) but does not flag a native build; players run it through Proton, and one Linux Mint lockup thread exists.
- Steam Deck: runs per the developers, but no controller support yet and we have not confirmed a Deck badge. See controls.
- itch.io prototype 0.5.5: free, Windows/Mac/Linux, about 120 MB, rated 4.8 by about 900 players. On Mac you may need System Settings → Privacy & Security → Open Anyway.
Questions players ask
+How long is Dressmaker?
The developers say the story commissions take about 35 hours, not counting off-rack dresses. Chasing every friendship star and achievement takes longer.
+Is Dressmaker on sale?
Check the Steam store; launch price was $14.99.
+Is there a demo?
The free itch.io prototype works as a demo, although the full game has more patterns, clients and systems.
+Does it support controllers?
Not yet. Gamepad support is a listed priority after Build 443.