Crimson Desert is a large open-world action RPG from Pearl Abyss, and it is built to take advantage of modern hardware. Because of the game’s scale, players should expect high system requirements, especially on PC.
Whether someone plans to play on PC, console, or handheld hardware, it is important to understand the hardware requirements and storage space needed before installing the game.
This guide covers the full Crimson Desert system requirements, including PC specs, console performance modes, and the total storage needed across platforms.
Crimson Desert PC System Requirements
The PC version of Crimson Desert requires fairly strong hardware. Even the minimum configuration requires 16 GB of RAM and a modern GPU.
Below is the complete PC requirement list based on graphical presets.
| Component | Minimum | Low | Recommended | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X / Intel i5-8500 | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X / Intel i5-8500 | AMD Ryzen 5 5600 / Intel i5-11600K | AMD Ryzen 5 7600X / Intel i5-12600K | AMD Ryzen 7 7700X / Intel i5-13600K |
| GPU | AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT / NVIDIA GTX 1060 | AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT / NVIDIA GTX 1660 | AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT / NVIDIA RTX 2080 | AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT / NVIDIA RTX 4070 | AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT / NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Storage | 150 GB | 150 GB | 150 GB | 150 GB | 150 GB |
The recommended specs are the best target for most players. They allow stable performance while keeping visual quality high.
Ultra settings are intended for high-end gaming PCs equipped with modern GPUs.
PlayStation 5 Graphics Modes
Players using PlayStation 5 can choose between several graphics modes depending on whether they prefer performance or visual quality.
| Mode | Resolution | Target Performance | Raytracing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 1080p | 60 FPS (60+ with VRR) | Low |
| Balanced | Upscaled 4K (from 1280p, FSR 3) | 40 FPS | Low |
| Quality | Upscaled 4K (from 1440p, FSR 3) | 30 FPS | High |
Performance mode focuses on smoother gameplay, while Quality mode prioritizes visual detail and ray tracing.
Crimson Desert System Requirements: PC, PS5, Xbox Specs & Storage
PlayStation 5 Pro Graphics Modes
The PlayStation 5 Pro offers improved rendering through PSSR upscaling.
| Mode | Resolution | Target Performance | Raytracing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Upscaled 4K (from 1080p) | 60 FPS (60+ with VRR) | High |
| Balanced | Upscaled 4K (from 1440p) | 40 FPS (48+ with VRR) | High |
| Quality | Native 4K | 30 FPS | Ultra |
The Pro model improves both ray tracing quality and resolution compared to the base PS5.
Xbox Series S System Performance
On Xbox Series S, Crimson Desert uses lower resolutions to maintain stable performance.
| Mode | Resolution | Target FPS | Raytracing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 720p | 40 FPS | Off |
| Quality | 1080p | 30 FPS | Off |
Because of hardware limitations, ray tracing is disabled on this console.
Xbox Series X Graphics Modes
Players on Xbox Series X receive similar performance modes to the PS5.
| Mode | Resolution | Target FPS | Raytracing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 1080p | 60 FPS (60+ VRR) | Low |
| Balanced | Upscaled 4K (from 1280p, FSR 3) | 40 FPS | Low |
| Quality | Upscaled 4K (from 1440p, FSR 3) | 30 FPS | High |
These options allow players to balance visual quality and frame rate.
Mac System Requirements
Mac players can run the game through MetalFX upscaling on supported Apple Silicon chips.
| Configuration | Minimum | Recommended | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| macOS | macOS 15 or later | macOS 15 or later | macOS 15 or later | macOS 15 or later |
| Chip | M2 Pro / M3 / M4 | M3 Pro / M4 Pro / M5 | M2 Max / M3 Max | M3 Ultra / M4 Max |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 150 GB | 150 GB | 150 GB | 150 GB |
Performance varies depending on the MetalFX upscaling mode used.
ROG Xbox Ally Handheld Performance
Handheld versions of the game will also run on the ROG Xbox Ally devices.
ROG Xbox Ally
| Mode | Resolution | Target FPS | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 720p (FSR 3 Frame Generation) | 40 FPS | 150 GB |
ROG Xbox Ally X
| Mode | Resolution | Target FPS | Storage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | Upscaled 1080p (from 720p) | 60 FPS | 150 GB |
| Balanced | Upscaled 1080p | 40 FPS | 150 GB |
| Quality | 1080p | 30 FPS | 150 GB |
How Much Storage Space Crimson Desert Needs
Across all platforms, Crimson Desert requires at least 150 GB of storage space.
This applies to:
PC (Steam installation)
Console versions
Mac versions
Handheld platforms
Because the game features a large open world, detailed environments, and high-resolution assets, the storage requirement is significantly larger than most modern RPGs.
Players should ensure they have at least 150 GB of free space before installing the game to avoid installation issues or future updates filling the drive.
