The official system requirements for Arc Raiders are finally here, and it’s good news for many players! Despite being a highly anticipated new shooter set to launch in 2025, Embark Studios has made the game surprisingly accessible with modest hardware demands.
While you’ll naturally want a powerful, modern rig to truly push the game’s limits, even older PCs might be able to jump into the action without needing an immediate upgrade to the latest graphics card. It’s refreshing to see such achievable specs in today’s gaming landscape.
Here’s a breakdown of the Arc Raiders minimum and recommended system requirements:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 or later | Windows 10 or later |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-6600K AMD Ryzen R5 1600 |
Intel Core i5-9600K AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| GPU | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti AMD Radeon RX 580 |
Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT Intel Arc B570 |
| VRAM | 4GB (Nvidia), 8GB (AMD) | 8GB |
| Storage | TBC | TBC |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB |
The minimum requirements for Arc Raiders are remarkably modest. If your PC is less than eight years old, you’re likely in a good position to run the game. However, Embark Studios hasn’t specified the exact performance to expect at this tier. It’s probable you’ll be playing at 1080p or lower resolution, aiming for around 30 frames per second with low detail settings. The main hurdle for some older systems might be the 12GB RAM requirement; if you currently have 8GB, a RAM upgrade could be necessary. Fortunately, RAM is a relatively affordable component to upgrade these days.
Moving up to the recommended specifications, you’ll want an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT graphics card, paired with an Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 processor. The RAM recommendation also increases to 16GB, providing a smoother experience.
For those looking to push visuals to the max, here are the Arc Raiders Ultra system requirements:
| Ultra | |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 or later |
| CPU | Intel Core i7 9700K AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| GPU | Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX |
| VRAM | 16GB (Nvidia), 24GB (AMD) |
| Storage | TBC |
| RAM | 16GB |
The Ultra specs show a significant leap in hardware needs, but thankfully, we’re still looking at high-end components from recent generations, not something like an unreleased RTX 5090. To achieve these settings, you’ll need an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX GPU, coupled with an Intel Core i7 9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X CPU. The RAM requirement stays at 16GB. While specific performance targets aren’t listed, it’s safe to assume this setup will deliver an exceptional experience, likely offering 1440p resolution at 144+ frames per second or smooth 4K gameplay at over 60 frames per second.
Currently, the exact download size for Arc Raiders remains unconfirmed. Interestingly, an SSD isn’t explicitly listed as a requirement, suggesting that traditional HDDs might be sufficient to run the game. However, for faster loading times and an overall more responsive gaming experience, upgrading to an SSD is highly recommended if your system doesn’t already have one.
Stay tuned for more updates on Arc Raiders as its launch approaches. We’ll bring you all the latest news, guides, and tips to help you make the most of your time in this exciting new co-op shooter!