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Alan Wake 2: System Requirements
The eagerly awaited follow-up to the 2010 game of the same name is called Alan Wake 2. It centres on the main character as he battles evil forces in an enigmatic town. The original was well-received by critics and fans alike, and it was much more than just a catchy hook. The game’s October 27 release date means that, despite the argument that a sequel should have arrived sooner, it is almost here. The following article will walk you through Alan Wake 2’s system requirements:
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System Requirements in Alan Wake 2
The bad news is that players will require a GPU slot capable of supporting at least a Radeon RX 6600 or a Geforce RTX 2060, even on low settings. The requirements are high in practically every area, even though you could run the game on less with some creative use of the settings menu. Having said that, the following are needed for all levels of Alan Wake 2.
Minimum specs (1080p/30fps, low graphics preset)
HARDWARE | REQUIREMENT |
---|---|
OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
RAM | 16 GB |
CPU | Intel i5-7600K or AMD equivalent |
GPU | GeForce RTX 2060 or Radeon RX 6600, 6GB VRAM |
Storage | 90 GB SSD |
Low Ray Tracing specs (1080p/30fps)
HARDWARE | REQUIREMENT |
---|---|
OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
RAM | 16 GB |
CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel equivalent |
GPU | GeForce RTX 3070 or Radeon RX 6800 XT, 8GB VRAM |
Storage | 90 GB SSD |
High Ray Tracing specs (2160p/60fps)
HARDWARE | REQUIREMENT |
---|---|
OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
RAM | 16 GB |
CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel equivalent |
GPU | GeForce RTX 4080, 16GB VRAM |
Storage | 90 GB SSD |
PC Specs
Specifications | Minimum | Recommended | Ultra |
---|---|---|---|
Graphics Preset | Low | Medium | High |
Resolution & FPS | 1080p 30 fps | 1440p 30 fps | 2160p 60 fps |
OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit | ||
Processor | Intel i5-7600K or AMD equivalent | Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel equivalent | Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel equivalent |
Memory | 16 GB RAM | ||
Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 or AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT |
VRAM | 6 GB | 8 GB | 12 GB |
DLSS/FSR2 | Quality | Balanced | Performance |
Storage | 90 GB SSD |
FAQs
Should you play control before Alan Wake 2?
My recommendation is to play Alan Wake after finishing the Control DLC to help you retain the story and your fighting skills.
How many GB is Alan Wake 2?
Nevertheless, according to the studio, the PC version will require about 90 GB of space. Although console sizes typically fall slightly short of PC versions, leaving 90 to 100 GB of free space on the side is a good idea.
What are the two campaigns in Alan Wake 2?
Two separate campaigns are included in the game: one in which you take on the role of the game’s main character, Alan Wake, and the other in which you take on Saga Anderson.
Is Alan Wake 2 Next Gen only?
This week, on October 27, Alan Wake 2 will be available for the Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC. The official system requirements for PC gamers may be of interest, as they are fairly strict.