Crimson Desert System Requirements Unveiled for Gamers
Gaming enthusiasts can now prepare for the highly anticipated release of Crimson Desert, as developer Pearl Abyss has shared the detailed specifications for various platforms. Set to launch on March 19, players can use this information to determine if their systems can handle the rich open-world experience this RPG promises.
PC Specifications
Performance Standards
- Minimum: Upscaled 1080p (from 900p) at 30 FPS
- Low: 1080p at 30 FPS
- Recommended: 1080p at 60 FPS, 4K at 30 FPS
- High: 1440p at 60 FPS
- Ultra: 4K at 60 FPS
Graphics Card Requirements
- Minimum: AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060
- Low: AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660
- Recommended: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT or Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080
- High: AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT or Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070
- Ultra: AMD Radeon RX 9070 or Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
Processor Specifications
- Minimum: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel i5-8500
- Low: Same as Minimum
- Recommended: AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or Intel i5-11600K
- High: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X or Intel i5-12600K
- Ultra: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X or Intel i5-13600K
Memory Requirements
- All configurations require 16 GB RAM.
Operating System
- Windows 10 64-bit 22H2 or newer is required.
Storage Capacity
- A minimum of 150 GB on an SSD is necessary.
Console Specifications
PlayStation 5
- Resolution: Performance at 1080p; Balanced mode upsamples to 4K from 1280p; Quality mode upsamples to 4K from 1440p.
- Target Frame Rates: Performance mode aims for 60 FPS; Balanced mode targets 40 FPS; Quality mode is capped at 30 FPS.
- Raytracing: Varies from Low in performance mode to High in quality mode.
PlayStation 5 Pro
- Delivers upscaled 4K across performance, with varying frame rates similar to the standard PS5.
Xbox Series S
- Resolution: Ranges from performance at 720p to quality at 1080p.
- Frame Rates: Set at 40 FPS for performance and 30 FPS for quality.
Xbox Series X
- Features a similar approach to the PS5, with settings for both upscaled 4K performance and raytracing quality.
ROG Xbox Ally Specifications
For those considering the ROG Xbox Ally, it supports a resolution of 720p in performance and upscaled 1080p for balance and quality settings.
- Target FPS: 40 FPS in performance mode.
- Storage: Requires 150 GB.
Mac Specifications
Crimson Desert is also coming to Mac, where performance will depend on system capabilities:
- Minimum for MacOS 15/MetalFX Upscale: 720p at 30 FPS/900p at 30 FPS.
- Recommended: 1080p at 60 FPS.
- High and Ultra settings: Up to 4K at 60 FPS for advanced configurations.
Operating System Requirements
- MacOS 15.0 or higher with at least 16 GB RAM and 150 GB storage.
Crimson Desert is expected to be available for a wide array of platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Mac, starting March 19.
Key Takeaways
- Crimson Desert requires a powerful setup, whether on PC or console.
- Players should consider their current hardware before the launch to ensure optimal performance.
- The game promises various graphical options for different gaming experiences.
- Accessibility on multiple platforms opens opportunities for a larger audience.
- Pre-launch clarity encourages players to adapt their systems for a better gaming experience.