ARC Raiders System Requirements: Minimum and Recommended PC

To play ARC Raiders on PC you need a 64-bit Windows 10 or newer system with DirectX 12, at least 12 GB of RAM and a graphics card on the level of an NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti, AMD RX 580 or Intel Arc A380. For the recommended experience, Embark lists 16 GB of RAM and an RTX 2070, RX 5700 XT or Arc B570. These are the official specs from the game's Steam store page.

Last checked: November 9, 2026.

ARC Raiders minimum and recommended specs

Part	Minimum	Recommended
Operating system	Windows 10 or later, 64-bit (latest update)	Windows 10 or later, 64-bit (latest update)
Processor	Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600	Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Memory	12 GB RAM	16 GB RAM
NVIDIA graphics	GeForce GTX 1050 Ti	GeForce RTX 2070
AMD graphics	Radeon RX 580	Radeon RX 5700 XT
Intel graphics	Arc A380	Arc B570
DirectX	Version 12	Version 12
Network	Broadband internet connection	Broadband internet connection

You only need to match one of the graphics cards in each column. Embark doesn't say what resolution or frame rate each tier is aimed at, so treat "minimum" as the floor for a playable game and "recommended" as the target for a smoother one.

How much storage does ARC Raiders need?

Embark's official spec list doesn't include a storage figure or an SSD requirement. The install size also changes as updates add maps and features, such as the Frozen Trail update in October 2026. Check the download size that Steam, the Epic Games Store or your console shows before you install, and leave some extra room for future patches.

How to check your PC

On Windows, you can see your hardware in a few clicks:

Press Windows + R, type dxdiag and press Enter.
On the System tab, read your Processor and Memory.
On the Display tab, read the name of your graphics card.
Compare those with the table above.

If your graphics card is older than the minimum, the game may still launch, but expect low frame rates and stability problems.

Graphics features: DLSS, FSR and ray tracing

ARC Raiders runs on Unreal Engine 5 and supports modern upscaling on PC:

NVIDIA: At launch, NVIDIA confirmed DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, DLSS Super Resolution, NVIDIA Reflex and ray tracing in ARC Raiders. Multi Frame Generation is a GeForce RTX 50 Series feature.
AMD: Embark's patch notes for Update 2.0 and Update 2.3 say the game uses AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 4.1.1.
Ray tracing: The game has ray-traced lighting options. If you're close to the minimum specs, turn ray tracing off first.

Upscaling is the easiest way to gain frames on a mid-range card. Start with your card's upscaler on a quality setting, then lower shadows and effects if you still need more performance.

Intel 13th and 14th Gen CPU warning

Some players see a warning from Embark's launcher about their processor. According to Embark's support article, the message appears on desktop Intel Core 13th and 14th Gen processors that don't have Intel's stability microcode (version 0x12F or later) installed.

What to do:

Update your motherboard BIOS to a version with that microcode, or contact the maker of your prebuilt PC.
You can still play. Choosing "Ignore" closes the warning and starts the game.
Laptop chips aren't affected. Intel says only socketed desktop chips have the issue, not 13th or 14th Gen HX, H, P or U mobile processors.

Embark notes that a BIOS update prevents the problem from getting worse, but won't fix a processor that's already damaged.

Mac, Linux and Steam Deck

ARC Raiders is only sold for Windows on Steam. There's no native Mac or Linux version.

On Steam Deck, Valve rates ARC Raiders as Playable. Valve's notes say the default controls and performance are fine, but some interface text is hard to read on the Deck's small screen.

Can't meet the specs? Other ways to play

If your PC is too old, you have three official alternatives:

Option	What you need
PlayStation 5	A PS5 console. There's no PS4 version.
Xbox Series X or Series S	Either Xbox Series console. There's no Xbox One version.
GeForce NOW	NVIDIA's cloud streaming service. NVIDIA says an Ultimate membership streams the game on RTX 5080-class hardware with ray tracing, Reflex and DLSS 4.

Every version needs an internet connection and an Embark ID account, and you must be 13 or older to create one. Your progress moves with your Embark ID, so you can switch platforms later. See our guide to ARC Raiders crossplay, platforms and price for details, or start with the ARC Raiders beginner guide once you're in.

Frequently asked questions

Can my PC run ARC Raiders?

If you have at least a GTX 1050 Ti, RX 580 or Arc A380, a CPU on the level of an Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, and 12 GB of RAM on 64-bit Windows 10 or 11, your PC meets the minimum. For smoother play, Embark recommends 16 GB of RAM and an RTX 2070, RX 5700 XT or Arc B570.

How much RAM does ARC Raiders need?

ARC Raiders needs at least 12 GB of RAM, and Embark recommends 16 GB. With only 8 GB you're below the official minimum.

Can you play ARC Raiders on Steam Deck?

Yes. Valve rates ARC Raiders as Playable on Steam Deck, which means it runs but may need small adjustments. The main issue Valve lists is that some text is small on the Deck's screen.

Is ARC Raiders on Mac?

No, there's no Mac version. Mac users can stream it through NVIDIA GeForce NOW, which Embark lists as an official way to play.

Does ARC Raiders need an internet connection?

Yes. ARC Raiders is online-only on every platform, and you need an Embark ID account plus an account on the store or console you play on.

Does ARC Raiders support DLSS?

Yes. NVIDIA confirmed DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, DLSS Super Resolution and NVIDIA Reflex at launch. AMD players can use FSR, which Embark updated to version 4.1.1 in 2026.