Yesterday, the system requirements for the highly anticipated PC port of God of War: Ragnarok were unveiled on Steam, ahead of its September 19 launch. Among the details shared, the substantial install size of 190 GB has sparked considerable discussion. This figure is notably close to the combined file sizes of the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions, which were 107 GB and 84 GB, respectively, at their launch.
System Requirements and Install Size
The hefty install size has been a focal point for many potential players. At 190 GB, it is almost double the size of the PlayStation 4 version and more than double that of the PlayStation 5 version. This substantial storage requirement has led to debates about whether it is justified or if it could have been optimized further.
PlayStation Network Account Requirement
Another point of contention arises from the necessity of a PlayStation Network (PSN) account for a single-player experience. This requirement has raised eyebrows, particularly since PSN is not accessible in as many countries as Steam, effectively restricting access to Ragnarok for numerous potential PC players due to what some perceive as arbitrary account limitations.
Advanced Technologies and Performance
Fortunately, the team at Sony Santa Monica has managed to avoid some of the misleading practices often seen in the industry. The game will support advanced technologies such as Nvidia DLSS 3.7, AMD FSR 3.1, Intel XeSS 1.3, and Frame Generation, enhancing performance and image quality without compromising the integrity of the system requirements.
God of War: Ragnarok PC System Requirements
Below are the detailed system requirements for God of War: Ragnarok:
- Minimum Preset: 1080p @ 30 FPS, Low Settings
- Recommended Preset: 1080p @ 60 FPS, Medium Settings
- High Preset: 1440p @ 60 FPS, High Settings
- Performance Preset: 4K @ 60 FPS, High Settings
- Ultra Preset: 4K @ 60 FPS, Ultra Settings
GPU Requirement: Nvidia GTX 1060 or AMD RX 5500 XT
The unveiling of these requirements has set the stage for what promises to be an exciting launch. As the gaming community eagerly awaits September 19, discussions continue to swirl around the game's technical demands and accessibility issues. With advanced technologies and a significant install size, God of War: Ragnarok is poised to make a substantial impact on the PC gaming landscape.
