Can I Run Alan Wake 2?
2023 · Survival Horror · Check your PC against the official system requirements below.
Alan Wake 2 system requirements
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor (CPU) | Intel i5-7600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | Intel i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| Graphics (GPU) | NVIDIA GTX 1070 / AMD RX 5600 XT | NVIDIA RTX 3070 / AMD RX 6700 XT |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Video memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 90 GB | 90 GB |
Source: published system requirements
Alan Wake 2 FPS benchmarks (estimated)
Estimated frame rates
| GPU tier | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| EntryGTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT | 25-30 | not recommended | not recommended |
| MainstreamRTX 4060 / RX 7600 | 55-70 | 35-45 | 20-30 |
| High-endRTX 4070 Super / RX 7800 XT | 90-115 | 60-80 | 40-50 |
| EnthusiastRTX 4080 Super / RX 7900 XTX | 125-160 | 85-105 | 50-65 |
FPS figures are estimates derived from the published minimum and recommended requirements at high settings, not measured benchmarks. Real-world results vary with CPU, RAM, drivers and in-game options.
Steam Deck & laptop compatibility
Alan Wake 2 pushes mesh shaders and heavy geometry the Deck's GPU was never built for. It technically boots, but sub-20 FPS at minimum settings makes it one to play on a desktop instead.
For a smooth 60 frames per second experience at 1080p, a gaming laptop should feature at least an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU represents the minimum for playable settings, though performance may dip below 30 FPS at times. Laptop GPUs typically perform slower than their desktop counterparts, so achieving the recommended NVIDIA RTX 3070 desktop level of performance will require a higher-end laptop component.
Alan Wake 2 launched in October 2023 as Remedy Entertainment’s atmospheric survival horror sequel. It is a visually ambitious title built on the Northlight engine and was an early showcase for mesh shaders and heavy ray tracing, with optional path tracing for the highest fidelity. The minimum specifications target 1080p at 30 FPS with upscaling and call for a GeForce GTX 1070 or Radeon RX 5600 XT with 16 GB of RAM.
The recommended specifications aim for 1080p at 60 FPS and require an RTX 3070 or RX 6700 XT. The game leans on upscaling such as DLSS and FSR to hit its targets, and path tracing realistically demands a high-end RTX 40-series card with frame generation. An SSD is recommended for streaming and the install needs around 90 GB. Older GPUs without mesh shader support struggle, so a relatively modern card is advisable. The game is one of the more demanding releases of its year, and even the recommended tier relies on upscaling to reach 60 FPS, so players should expect to enable DLSS or FSR rather than running at native resolution. A fast SSD and current drivers further help reduce the traversal stutter that can appear during scene transitions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Alan Wake 2 require ray tracing hardware?
Ray tracing is optional, but the game uses mesh shaders that need a relatively modern GPU. Path tracing demands a high-end RTX 40-series card with frame generation.
How much RAM does Alan Wake 2 need?
16 GB of RAM is required even at the minimum. The game does not list a lower memory tier.
What graphics card do I need for Alan Wake 2?
The minimum is a GTX 1070 or RX 5600 XT for 1080p 30 FPS with upscaling. An RTX 3070 or RX 6700 XT is recommended for 1080p 60 FPS.