CONTROL Resonant PC Specs
Official minimum through path-traced enthusiast targets, plus upscalers and SSD size.
CONTROL Resonant ships on PC via Steam (app 3669870) and Epic on 24 September 2026, the same digital day as PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This page mirrors Remedy’s published PC targets so you can match resolution, ray tracing ambition, and storage before you pre-order. Cross-check storefront differences on the platforms tool and edition prices on the pre-order guide.
Shared baseline for every PC tier below: Windows 10/11 64-bit, 16GB RAM, roughly 120GB SSD free, and uncapped FPS support. Upscaling stacks include DLSS 4.5 and FSR 4.1 with frame generation. Northlight is the engine; expect the usual Remedy emphasis on lighting fidelity when you toggle RT.
Spec tables
Minimum — 1080p30 Low, no ray tracing
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 5600 XT / Intel Arc A580 |
| VRAM | 6GB |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-8500 / AMD Ryzen 5 3500 |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Storage | 120GB SSD |
| OS | Windows 10/11 64-bit |
This tier is the honesty check for older gaming laptops. Low presets and 30 FPS targets keep Manhattan readable, but aerial combat timing feels better with headroom — see combat for why frame pacing matters to juggles.
Recommended — 1440p60 Medium, no ray tracing
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti / Radeon RX 6700 XT / Intel Arc B580 |
| VRAM | 8GB |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Storage | 120GB SSD |
Most players aiming at a clean first playthrough without RT should live here. Medium at 1440p60 is the “Zoe radio and Hiss crowds stay legible” zone.
Enthusiast — 4K60 High, no ray tracing
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 / Radeon RX 6800 XT |
| VRAM | 10GB |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Storage | 120GB SSD |
Use this row when you want High at 4K without enabling RT features. Pair with DLSS or FSR if you prefer sharper internal renders over native cost.
Ray tracing minimum — 1080p30
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER / Radeon RX 6600 / Intel Arc A580 |
| VRAM | 8GB |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| RAM | 16GB |
RT minimum is not a flex tier — it is the floor for leaving RT features on at 1080p30. If your card matches the non-RT minimum but not this row, keep RT off.
Ray tracing recommended — 1440p60
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti / Radeon RX 9070 |
| VRAM | 10GB |
| RAM | 16GB |
This is the practical RT sweet spot Remedy calls out for 1440p60. Upscalers matter; DLSS 4.5 / FSR 4.1 FG exist specifically so Northlight lighting can stay ambitious.
Path tracing enthusiast — 4K60
| Part | Spec |
|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| VRAM | 12GB |
| RAM | 16GB |
Path tracing at 4K60 is the showcase configuration. Buy this tier for fidelity screenshots and NG+ fashion shows, not because the story requires it. The campaign remains the same single-player ~30h / ~50h completionist structure on every preset.
Upscalers, frame generation, and uncapped FPS
Remedy’s PC feature list calls out:
- DLSS 4.5
- FSR 4.1 with frame generation
- Uncapped framerate options
Practical advice:
- Stabilize frame time before chasing 200+ FPS trophies — Shift and perfect dodge timing degrade when pacing stutters.
- Prefer SSD installs; the 120GB figure assumes solid-state, not a spinning archive drive.
- 16GB RAM is universal across published tiers; do not plan on 8GB “because Low exists.”
- GPU VRAM columns are as important as GPU names when Texture pools climb in Manhattan dens.
Console and Mac reminders for PC shoppers
- Friends on PS5 / Xbox share the 24 September 2026 digital day; physical discs wait until 15 October 2026.
- Xbox Play Anywhere helps Xbox + Windows households share progress more easily than a Steam-only plan.
- Mac arrives later in 2026 — separate from this Windows spec sheet.
- PS5 Digital Deluxe early access (22 September 2026, 14:00 UTC) does not create a PC early-access SKU by itself.
Edition shopping still belongs on pre-order and editions. Specs do not change Hiss Corruption Outfit eligibility.
How specs interact with systems you will play
Northlight cities with Gravity Anomalies are expensive when particle density spikes. If you dip below your target FPS in Patterning zones, lower shadows before you lower resolution — traversal readability (traversal) depends on seeing Reach anchors. Combat (combat) depends on consistent dodge frames. Boss telegraphs on Resonants deserve a locked mental model more than a path-traced puddle reflection.
Controller users on PC get DualSense and Xbox pad support; keyboard players should still remap Gap and Shift for comfort (controls).
Pre-flight checklist
- Confirm 120GB free on an SSD.
- Match your GPU to a row above; be honest about RT ambitions.
- Update GPU drivers the week of launch, not six months prior.
- On Steam, verify app 3669870 is the Remedy listing tied to controlgame.com.
- After install, set a frame cap that your display can sustain before you enter The Gap for the first time.
What we will update after patches
Driver blacklists, unexpected VRAM spikes, and post-launch RT tweaks belong in updates. Until then, treat this sheet as the launch-target map. Official site: controlgame.com. For story-side prep while the download crawls, skim Getting Started and the Guides hub.
Buy silicon for the preset you will actually leave enabled. Manhattan is prettier when your dash still answers on the first tap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for launch week, pre-orders, and first-hour combat.
How much storage does CONTROL Resonant need on PC?
Plan for about 120GB on an SSD, plus Windows overhead. All published tiers assume solid-state storage.
What are the minimum specs?
For 1080p30 Low without RT: GTX 1070 / RX 5600 XT / Arc A580, 6GB VRAM, i5-8500 / Ryzen 5 3500, 16GB RAM, Win10/11 64-bit.
Which card is recommended for 1440p60 with ray tracing?
Remedy’s RT recommended tier lists GeForce RTX 4070 Ti or Radeon RX 9070 with 10GB VRAM.
Does the PC version support DLSS and FSR?
Yes. Published features include DLSS 4.5 and FSR 4.1 with frame generation, plus uncapped FPS options.
Is Mac covered by these Windows specs?
No. Mac arrives later in 2026 as a separate release track. This sheet targets Windows Steam and Epic builds launching 24 September 2026.