Resident Evil Requiem System Requirements

We present a practical, up-to-date, and actionable breakdown of what to expect from Resident Evil Requiem on PC: official status, community and press estimates, recommended hardware tiers, and hands-on optimization advice so you can plan upgrades today and get the best experience at launch.

Official status: platforms, release date, and what Capcom has published

Capcom has confirmed Resident Evil Requiem will ship for Windows (PC) as well as PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with a scheduled release on February 27, 2026. This is the authoritative release date and platform list from Capcom’s product announcements and store entries. (Capcom) Important: as of the latest official store pages, Capcom/Steam have not posted finalized, detailed PC system requirement tables (Steam shows placeholders/TBD). That means any exact minimum/recommended numbers circulating today are community or press estimates — not official specs. Treat them as useful planning guidance, not absolute requirements. (Steam Store)

Minimum System Requirements (expected minimum)

For players looking to run the game on lower-end hardware, the minimum system requirements ensure a smooth and playable experience, though with reduced graphics fidelity.

• OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
• Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
• Memory (RAM): 8 GB
• Graphics Card (GPU): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (8 GB)
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage Space: 60 GB free space
• Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card

With these specifications, players can expect the game to run at 1080p resolution with medium settings, offering a stable 30–45 FPS experience.

Recommended System Requirements (expected recommended)

To truly capture the eerie ambiance, dynamic lighting, and atmospheric realism of Resident Evil Requiem, the recommended specifications are essential.

• OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
• Processor: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
• Memory (RAM): 16 GB
• Graphics Card (GPU): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super (8 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12 GB)
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage Space: 60 GB SSD recommended
• Sound: High-definition audio device with surround sound support

These requirements will allow players to enjoy 1440p resolution with high settings, maintaining a smooth 60 FPS gameplay.

Storage, OS, and other practical details

• Storage: expect 50–100 GB depending on compression and DLC. Using an SSD will significantly shorten load times and streaming stutters. (Press/community previews mention anywhere from ~50 GB to larger footprints; factor for future patches). (Technoluting)
• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit is the safe bet at launch; make sure you’re running up-to-date GPU drivers. (Steam Store)

Performance tuning: in-game and system tips

We recommend the following step-by-step optimizations so you get a smooth experience regardless of your tier:

1. Install on an SSD / NVMe — reduces texture pop and level streaming stalls.
2. Use the game’s benchmark or a test area to profile settings. If framerate drops are frequent, lower shadow quality, SSAO, and screen space reflections first.
3. DLSS / FSR: if available at launch, enable DLSS/FSR for large FPS gains with minimal visual compromise (use Quality or Balanced modes as appropriate).
4. VRAM awareness: monitor VRAM use; lower texture quality if you exceed your GPU memory.
5. Background tasks: close overlays and heavy apps (browser tabs, streaming encoders) for best stability.
6. Driver & OS: ensure the latest GPU driver and Windows updates; GPU vendors often ship game-specific optimizations close to major releases.

Upgrade checklist: what to buy first

If you’re building/upgrading specifically for Resident Evil Requiem, prioritize upgrades in this order for the best real-world benefit:

1. SSD (if still on HDD) — immediate QoL improvement.
2. GPU — biggest impact on FPS and graphical fidelity.
3. RAM — move to 16 GB minimum / 32 GB ideal.
4. CPU — important for minimum FPS and CPU-bound areas, but less impactful than GPU for pure frame increases at higher resolutions.

How to interpret leaks and benchmarks before official specs

When the official PC requirements are finally published on Steam or Capcom, update your plan. Until then, use conservative community estimates (i5-9600K/GTX 1660 baseline; i7/RTX 3060 recommended) as planning tools. If you see wildly lower or higher numbers from small blogs, cross-check with multiple reputable outlets and wait for the official Steam/Capcom page for confirmation. (Steam Store)

Conclusion — practical takeaway

• Official specs are still pending on storefronts; rely on conservative community/press guidance for purchasing decisions. (Steam Store)
• Aim for 16 GB RAM + GTX 1660 / RX 580 as an entry baseline, RTX 3060 + modern i7/Ryzen 5/7 for recommended play, and RTX 40-series / 32 GB RAM for ultra/ray tracing experiences.

We will update this guide once Capcom posts the official PC system requirements to Steam/Capcom — until then, use the tiers above to plan upgrades or purchases, and follow the optimization checklist to maximize performance at launch.