What are the desktop system requirements for Bum Simulator (v3.7.12a)?

Bum Simulator (v3.7.12a) requires a 64-bit desktop operating system (Windows 10/11 or macOS Sonoma/Sequoia), a quad-core CPU (Intel Core i5 / Ryzen 5 / Apple Silicon M1+), and at least 8 GB RAM.

How do I install Bum Simulator (v3.7.12a) without errors?

Extract the downloaded archive using 7-Zip, WinRAR, or Keka into a clean directory, whitelist the folder in Windows Security (or clear macOS quarantine via xattr -cr), and run the executable.

Will updating Bum Simulator to v3.7.12a keep my existing settings and saves?

Yes, user profiles, presets, and save files are stored in your local AppData or ~/Library/Application Support directory and remain intact when upgrading to v3.7.12a.

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Release Group / Clean Pre-pack Released / Jan 01, 2026

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Quick Fix for Bum Simulator Crashes & Launch Errors: Over 90% of startup crashes, missing DLL errors on Windows, and Gatekeeper prompts on macOS in Bum Simulator (v3.7.12a) are resolved by installing vc_redist.x64.exe, whitelisting the folder in Windows Security (or running xattr -cr on Mac), and launching as Administrator.

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Common Bum Simulator Desktop Errors & Proven Solutions

Issue / Error Message	Root Cause	Step-by-Step Fix
Crash on Startup / Silent Exit (Windows)	Missing Visual C++ Runtime or Admin privileges	Install VC++ 2015–2022 (x86 & x64) and enable Run this program as an administrator.
Missing MSVCP140.dll / VCRUNTIME140.dll	Corrupted Microsoft C++ runtime libraries	Reinstall the official Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package and reboot your PC.
Missing steam_api64.dll / Activation DLL	Windows Defender quarantined the offline loader	Open Windows Security → Protection History, restore the file, and whitelist the folder.
"App Is Damaged and Can't Be Opened" (macOS)	macOS Gatekeeper quarantine flag	Run `sudo xattr -rd com.apple.quarantine "/Applications/Bum Simulator.app"` in Terminal.

Related Guides: Main Download Page | Installation Guide | System Requirements

Bum Simulator – Windows 10/11 & macOS Configuration, Preset & Save Data Paths

When backing up user profiles, presets, or local save data between a Windows Desktop workstation and a MacBook Pro/Studio for Bum Simulator (v3.7.12a), check these default desktop directories:

Desktop Platform	Default User Data / Config / Preset Directory	Backup & Migration Notes
Windows 10 / 11 (x64)	`%APPDATA%\{Bum_Simulator}\` or `%USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\{Bum_Simulator}\`	Back up this folder before installing a newer version or resetting preferences.
macOS (Apple Silicon M1–M4 / Intel)	`~/Library/Application Support/Bum_Simulator/` & `~/Library/Preferences/`	Use `Cmd + Shift + G` in Finder to open hidden Library paths directly.

Release Metadata Summary – Bum Simulator

Title / Package: Bum Simulator
Verified Build Version: v3.7.12a
Archive Size: 5.1 GB
Category: GameApplication, Simulation
Target Desktop OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) & macOS Desktop (Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3/M4 & Intel)
Primary Download Hub: Download Bum Simulator (v3.7.12a) Full Desktop Build

Frequently Asked Questions – Bum Simulator (v3.7.12a)

Is Bum Simulator completely free?

Yes. The download we list is the free pre-installed PC build, version v3.7.12a, at 5.1 GB. The game is also sold on Steam, and supporting the developers there is the best way to fund future updates.

How do I install Bum Simulator?

There is no installer. Extract the 5.1 GB archive to a folder outside your antivirus and Defender exclusions, then launch Bum Simulator.exe from inside the game folder. Run it as administrator on first launch. If the game will not start, install the dependencies from the Redist or _CommonRedist folder included with the files.

What version is the current Bum Simulator build?

The current version is v3.7.12a with build number 11686406. The last Steam-side update was July 13, 2023, and our content was refreshed on March 16, 2026. The build was confirmed up to date when we last checked.

What are the system requirements?

You need a 64-bit processor and OS, Windows 10 (64-bit), an Intel Core i5-6500 at 3.2 GHz (4 CPUs), 16 GB RAM, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 4 GB, DirectX 11, and 20 GB of available storage space.

Does Bum Simulator run on Android and iOS?

The metadata lists Windows, Android, and iOS as supported operating systems. Our hands-on testing was performed on the Windows PC build, so we can only vouch for that platform from first-hand experience.

Installation Guide

Step-by-step setup process

Game is pre-installed / portable, therefore you do not need to install the game.

Just extract the rar / zip file using 7-Zip or WinRAR.

Simply launch the game directly from the game executable as Administrator.

Important Notes

Install necessary apps from Redist or _CommonRedist to ensure game launches without problems.
Always extract game in Antivirus / Defender excluded folder to prevent false-positive file quarantine.
Always run the game as administrator.