CONTROL Resonant runs on PC with full Steam Deck support and needs about 103 GB of free space. It also supports DLSS 4.5 and ray tracing. The full minimum and recommended specs are below; the sound card row is still marked “TBD” on Steam and Epic.
Here is everything officially confirmed about system requirements, storage, and how to install and play.
What are the PC minimum and recommended specs?
The official specs are live on Steam and Epic. A 64-bit processor and operating system are required.
| Spec | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) | Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit) |
| CPU | Intel i5-8500 or AMD equivalent | Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel equivalent |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| GPU | GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 5600 XT (6 GB) | GeForce RTX 3070 / Radeon RX 6700 XT (8 GB) |
| Storage | 100 GB available space | 100 GB available space |
| Sound card | TBD | TBD |
How much storage does the game need?
| Platform | Install size (as confirmed) |
|---|---|
| PC | ~103.18 GB (per Steam store-page specs) |
| Xbox Series X|S | ~81.4 GB (per the official pre-load announcement) |
| PS5 | ~90–110 GB (estimated) |
Remedy recommends a 100 GB SSD for PC, and the official spec tables list 100 GB of available space. Expect the final number may shift slightly.
Does it support Steam Deck?
Yes. Remedy confirmed full Steam Deck support via an official FAQ (June 2026), in place for the September 24 launch. The verified/playable badge status is on the Steam store page.
Can you play it on Mac?
The Mac version (via Steam and the App Store) launches later in 2026. The Windows PC release is the September 24 one; if you are on macOS, wait for the later Mac release.
Which platforms are supported?
| Platform | Availability |
|---|---|
| PS5 / PS5 Pro | Sep 24 2026 (PS5 Pro Enhanced) |
| Xbox Series X|S | Sep 24 2026 |
| PC (Steam) | Sep 24 2026; Steam Deck supported |
| PC (Epic Games Store) | Sep 24 2026 |
| GeForce NOW (cloud) | Sep 24 2026 |
| Mac | Later 2026 (Steam + App Store) |
How do you buy and install it?
- Buy: from Steam, Epic Games Store (PC), PS Store, or Microsoft Store (Xbox). The game is out now.
- Download: with the game live since September 24, 2026, your purchase downloads right away (~81 GB on Xbox Series X|S, ~103 GB on PC).
- Prepare space: ensure you have ~100 GB free on a fast SSD.
- Install and play: the game unlocks immediately; the Sep 22 head start applied only to PS5 Deluxe early access buyers.
You must be online for the digital launch. Physical disc buyers get day-one updates preloaded in the October disc.
What graphics and performance tech is supported?
- Ray tracing + DLSS 4.5 support confirmed (Steam/news coverage).
- GeForce NOW enables cloud streaming.
- Remedy’s Northlight engine powers the game (GPU-driven rendering, per Alan Wake 2 tech direction).
Last updated September 8, 2026. Minimum and recommended specs per the official Steam/Epic store pages; PS5 size estimated pending official confirmation.