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Alan Wake 2 system requirements: PC specs

Have you got the specs for the horrifying spectacle?
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Published: Oct 23, 2023 03:50 am

Alan Wake 2 looks to be following in the footsteps of other Remedy Entertainment games with its stylish presentation. So let’s check out the PC specs needed to play it.

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The original Alan Wake atmosphere was chilling, and everything we’ve seen from Alan Wake 2 looks to be ramping things up a notch. Will this affect the game’s requirements and PC specs, though?

From eerie mist-plagued roads to anxiety-inducing darkness, there’s an array of effects, textures, and graphical nuances that will demand a lot from your PC. Without further ado, let’s check out the specs ahead of its release.

Alan Wake 2 minimum PC requirements

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The game’s supernatural nature should look good no matter what. Image via Remedy Entertainment.

If you’re not too bothered about enjoying Alan Wake 2 to its fullest and best, then the minimum PC specs and requirements should satisfy your hunger:

  • OS: Windows 10 / 11 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel i5-7600K or AMD equivalent
  • Memory: 16GB
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • FPS: 30
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 2060 or Radeon RX 6600
  • Graphics Preset: Low
  • VRAM: 6GB
  • DLSS / FSR 2: Quality
  • Storage: 90GB SSD

For an improved performance that will sharpen all aspects of Alan Wake 2 for you, the recommended specs are where it’s at:

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Ryzen 7 3700 X or Intel equivalent
  • Memory: 16GB
  • Resolution: 1440 / 1080p
  • FPS: 30 / 60
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 3060 or Radeon RX 6600 XT / GeForce RTX 3070 or Radeon RX 6700 XT
  • Graphics Preset: Medium
  • VRAM: 8GB
  • DLSS / FSR 2: Balanced / Performance
  • Storage: 90GB SSD

Alan Wake 2 ultra PC requirements

If you’ve got the rig to support it, then you might want to consider the high-end, ultra requirements for Alan Wake 2. These are considered the recommended PC specs to truly enjoy Remedy’s vision for the sequel:

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Ryzen 7 3700 X or Intel equivalent
  • Memory: 16GB
  • Resolution: 2160p
  • FPS: 60
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 4070 or Radeon RX 7800 XT
  • Graphics Preset: High
  • VRAM: 12GB
  • DLSS / FSR 2: Performance
  • Storage: 90GB

If you’re looking to factor ray tracing into the equation, then there are also a few different recommended settings below for you to select.

Alan Wake 2 low ray tracing PC requirements

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Ryzen 7 3700 X or Intel equivalent
  • Memory: 16GB
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • FPS: 30
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 3070 or Radeon RX 6800 XT
  • Graphics Preset: Medium / Ray tracing low
  • VRAM: 8GB
  • DLSS / FSR 2: Quality
  • Storage: 90GB

Alan Wake 2 medium ray tracing PC requirements

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Ryzen 7 3700 X or Intel equivalent
  • Memory: 16GB
  • Resolution: 1080p
  • FPS: 60
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 4070
  • Graphics Preset: Medium / Ray tracing medium / Path tracing on
  • VRAM: 12GB
  • DLSS / FSR 2: Quality
  • Storage: 90GB

Alan Wake 2 high ray tracing PC requirements

  • OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Ryzen 7 3700 X or Intel equivalent
  • Memory: 16GB
  • Resolution: 2160p
  • FPS: 60
  • Graphics: GeForce RTX 4080
  • Graphics Preset: High / Ray tracing high / Path tracing on
  • VRAM: 16GB
  • DLSS / FSR 2: Performance
  • Storage: 90GB
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Andy is a Game Guides Writer at Dot Esports with a host of experience working at Dexerto, Twinfinite, Keengamer, and more. He's about as passionate a gamer as you're likely to find and spreads that love across a ton of different titles, but will also talk everything football, golf, and wrestling! Be sure to follow his thoughts and ramblings over at @AndyHighton8 on Twitter.