Cyberpunk 2077's Updated System Requirements for 2.0 and Phantom Liberty Expansion
CD Projekt Red has just dropped a bombshell for Cyberpunk 2077 enthusiasts with a significant update on the game's system requirements, and it's safe to say that your gaming rig might need an upgrade. With the imminent arrival of the game's 2.0 update and the hotly anticipated expansion, Phantom Liberty, the bar has been raised significantly. The standout change is the game's newfound affinity for SSDs; it's SSD-only from here on out. So, if you haven't leaped solid-state storage, now might be the time.
The updated system requirements themselves are nothing to scoff at either, especially if you're hoping to immerse yourself in the neon-lit streets of Night City with all its glory. Even for low settings, you're looking at a minimum of 12GB RAM and 6GB VRAM, delivering an expected 30 fps at 1080p. These numbers almost mirror the game's original recommended requirements. If you plan on gaming in higher resolutions or diving into the mesmerizing world of ray tracing, prepare for even higher hardware demands.
Let's break it down:
Non-Ray-Tracing Requirements
Minimum
- In-game graphics preset: low
- Resolution: 1080p
- Expected FPS: 30
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: Core i7-6700 or Ryzen 5 1600
- GPU: Geforce GTX 1060 6GB or Radeon RX 580 8GB or Arc A380
- VRAM: 6 GB
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 70 GB SSD
Recommended
- In-game graphics preset: high
- Resolution: 1080p
- Expected FPS: 60
- OS 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: Core i7-12700 or Ryzen 7 7800X
- GPU: Geforce RTX 2060 Super or Radeon RX 5700 XT or Arc A770
- VRAM: 8 GB
- RAM: 16 GB
- Storage: 70 GB SSD
Ultra
- In-game graphics preset: ultra
- Resolution: 2160p
- Expected FPS: 60
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: Core i9-12900 or Ryzen 9 7900X
- GPU: Geforce RTX 3080 or Radeon RX 7900 XTX
- VRAM: 12 GB
- RAM: 20 GB
- Storage: 70 GB NVME
Ray Tracing Requirements
Ray Tracing Minimum
- In-game graphics preset: ray tracing low
- Resolution: 1080p
- Expected FPS: 30
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: Core i7-9700 or Ryzen 5 5600
- GPU: Geforce RTX 2060 or Radeon RX 6800 XT or Arc A750
- VRAM: 8 GB
- RAM: 16 GB
- Storage: 70 GB SSD
Ray Tracing Recommended
- In-game graphics preset: ray tracing ultra
- Resolution: 1080p
- Expected FPS: 60
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: Core i9-12900 or Ryzen 9 7900X
- GPU: Geforce RTX 3080Ti or Radeon RX 7900 XTX
- VRAM: 12 GB
- RAM: 20 GB
- Storage: 70 GB NVME
Ray Tracing Overdrive
- In-game graphics preset: ray tracing overdrive
- Resolution: 2160p
- Expected FPS: 60
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10
- Processor: Core i9-12900 or Ryzen 9 7900X
- GPU: Geforce RTX 4080
- VRAM: 16 GB
- RAM: 24 GB
- Storage: 70 GB NVME
Furthermore, CD Projekt Red strongly advises uninstalling any mods before updating to version 2.0, as the changes are substantial and mods could lead to compatibility issues and glitches. It's prudent to wait for mod updates to align with the new version. Additionally, if you're gearing up for the Phantom Liberty expansion, it's wise to ensure your cooling systems are up to the task, as the growth can be pretty demanding on your CPU.
For those eager to jump into the updated Cyberpunk 2077 experience, the 2.0 update is available now, while the Phantom Liberty expansion lands on September 26. It's time to prepare your gaming rig for the next adventure in Night City.