Official specs from Steam
Returnal system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit (version 1903) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6400 (4 core 2.7GHz) AMD Ryzen 5 1500X (4 core 3.5GHz) |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) AMD Radeon RX 580 (8 GB) |
| Storage | 60 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | SSD Recommended |
Recommended
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit (version 1903) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel i7-8700 (6 core 3.7 GHz) AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (8 core 3.7 GHz) |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super (8 GB) AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12 GB) |
| Storage | 60 GB available space |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for Returnal?
Minimum: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) AMD Radeon RX 580 (8 GB). Recommended: NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super (8 GB) AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12 GB).
How much RAM does Returnal need?
Returnal needs 16 GB RAM at minimum, 16 GB RAM recommended.
How big is Returnal?
Returnal requires 60 GB available space.
Does Returnal run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).