Official ArcheAge Chronicles PC system requirements: minimum and recommended CPUs, GPUs, RAM, storage and what the 30 fps and 60 fps targets actually mean.
ArcheAge Chronicles System Requirements
Minimum: RTX 2060 SUPER or RX 6600, 16 GB RAM, i5-10400 or Ryzen 5 3600, 100 GB SSD. Recommended: RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB or RX 7700 XT 12 GB, 32 GB RAM, i7-12700 or Ryzen 7 5700X. Both targets are 1080p.
ArcheAge Chronicles is a current-generation action MMORPG with a 100 GB install and a demanding GPU floor. The official Steam requirements are specific about resolution and frame rate, which makes them more useful than the usual "minimum/recommended" labels.
Minimum requirements
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| RAM | 16 GB |
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 2060 SUPER or AMD RX 6600 (8 GB) |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 100 GB SSD |
| Target | 30 fps at 1080p, low settings, upscaling on Quality |
The minimum is not a "runs on anything" spec. It assumes upscaling and low settings, and it targets 30 fps. Players with a GTX 1660 or RX 580 should expect to fall below the floor.
Recommended requirements
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-12700 or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X |
| RAM | 32 GB |
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB or AMD RX 7700 XT 12 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 100 GB SSD |
| Target | 60 fps at 1080p, high settings |
The recommended build is a 1440p-class GPU running at 1080p. That suggests the game is CPU- and memory-heavy in crowded towns, and GPU-heavy in open-world combat.
What the targets mean
- 30 fps is the minimum playable target, not a smooth experience. Action combat with parry timing benefits from 60 fps.
- Upscaling on Quality is part of the minimum spec. Without it, the RTX 2060 SUPER may not hold 30 fps.
- 100 GB SSD is a hard requirement. A mechanical drive will make zone loads painful.
- 32 GB RAM on the recommended build is unusual for 1080p, which points to memory-heavy MMO systems like housing and trade.
The official target is 1080p in both tiers, so a 1440p monitor does not change the CPU or GPU floor. If you plan to stream, add CPU headroom: the recommended i7-12700 is a reasonable minimum for encoding while playing.
Can you run it?
A quick rule of thumb:
- RTX 3060 / RX 6600 XT + 16 GB — playable at 1080p low/medium with upscaling, expect 30–45 fps.
- RTX 4060 / RX 7600 + 32 GB — comfortable 1080p medium/high, 60 fps in most content.
- RTX 4070 or better — headroom for 1440p, though the official target is 1080p.
- GTX 1660 / RX 580 — below the minimum; wait for optimization patches or upgrade.
Console and cloud options
PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions have store pages but no release date. Cloud streaming has not been announced. If your PC is below the minimum, there is no confirmed alternative at launch.
If you are still deciding, the review page covers performance expectations and the release date page lists launch times.
Sources and further reading
- Steam store page — official system requirements
- Official site — platform overview
- Release date page — launch timing
Official source: Steam store page system requirements, checked 2026-11-01.
FAQ
Can I run ArcheAge Chronicles on a GTX 1660?
No. The minimum GPU is an RTX 2060 SUPER or RX 6600, and the target is 30 fps at 1080p low with upscaling.
How much storage does ArcheAge Chronicles need?
100 GB on an SSD.
Is 16 GB RAM enough?
Yes for the minimum spec at 1080p low. The recommended build uses 32 GB.
Does it run on Steam Deck?
No official Steam Deck rating has been published. The 100 GB install and minimum GPU suggest it is not a good fit.
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