System Requirements
Simul8 on a PC
These are the essential requirements for installing the desktop edition of Simul8 on a PC. If your device does not meet these specifications, you may not experience the full capabilities of the software.
- Operating System: Simul8 2025 and all plug-in software is compatible with Windows 11.
- RAM: 4 GB of memory or more recommended
- Processor: 64-bit, x86 processor required (ARM processors are not supported)
- Connectivity: Internet connection required for installation/activation of product and accessing Help content
- Browser: Chrome or Chromium Edge is recommended. A web browser is required for Simul8 Help.
Additional required software will be installed with the application: Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables for Visual Studio 2022.
Simul8 for the Web
- Connectivity: An internet connection is required
- Supported Browsers: Chrome, Chromium Edge, or Safari
Simul8 on a Mac
Mac users can use Simul8 for the web to build, run and share simulations in a browser. Depending on your OS version and hardware you can also use virtualization software, like VMware Fusion or Parallels, to run Simul8 for desktop on Mac.