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Release Date
Feb 17, 2026 Sep 6, 2023
Developer
Pearl Abyss Bethesda Game Studios
Publisher
Pearl Abyss Bethesda Softworks
Genre(s)
Open World, Action-Adventure, Action RPG Action RPG, Open World, Sci-Fi, Space Exploration
Engine
BlackSpace Engine Creation Engine 2
stars Ratings & Price
Content Rating
Rating Pending (Expected M - Mature 17+) Mature 17+
Avg. User Rating
0.0 / 5.0 3.7 / 5.0
Current Price (USD)
$50.00 $69.99
tune Key Specs
Quick Highlights
  • Perspective: Third-Person
  • Multiplayer: Single-Player at launch (Multiplayer planned post-launch)
  • Setting: Continent of Pywell
  • Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
  • Release Window: Q1 2026
  • Unique Feature: A visually stunning, seamless open world powered by the next-generation BlackSpace engine, combined with a highly agile, skill-based combat system.
  • Perspective: First-Person (Default), Third-Person (Optional)
  • Multiplayer: None (Single-Player Only)
  • Setting: The Settled Systems (Approx. 50 light-years around Sol), Year 2330
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X|S
  • Unique Feature: Extensive Spaceship Customization & Combat, Over 1000 Explorable Planets, Deep Character Creation & Skill System, Outpost Building, 'NASA-Punk' Aesthetic.
sports_esports Gameplay & Mechanics
Companions/Followers
  • None: The game is a single-player experience focused on the protagonist. There are no permanent companion characters announced.
  • Constellation Members (Sarah, Sam, Andreja, Barrett): Core companions who can follow the player, participate in combat, carry gear, and have unique dialogue and personal quests. Each has a set of skills that provide bonuses to the player or their ship when assigned as active companion or crew. Romance options are available with these four.
    Human
  • Vasco: A loyal robot companion available early. Provides combat support and significant ship-based skill bonuses (Aneutronic Fusion, Shield Systems, EM Weapon Systems). Cannot be romanced.
    Robot (Constellation Expeditionary Model)
  • Hirable Crew Members: Numerous NPCs can be hired from bars and spaceports across the Settled Systems to serve as crew on the player's ship or at outposts. Each has a unique set of skills (e.g., Piloting, Weapon Systems, Outpost Engineering, Gastronomy) that provide passive bonuses when assigned to relevant posts. Some named recruitable characters have more personality than generic hires.
    Human (Various Backgrounds)
  • Adoring Fan (Trait-based): If the 'Hero Worshipped' trait is chosen during character creation, this overzealous NPC will randomly appear and offer to join the player's crew. He is enthusiastic, provides gifts, and has combat skills, but his constant adoration can be a humorous annoyance.
    Human
Key Collectibles
  • Boss Equipment: Dropped by defeated bosses. This is the primary way players will acquire superior gear to enhance their character.
  • Snow Globes (Earth Landmarks): Unique snow globes depicting famous landmarks from Old Earth (e.g., Empire State Building, Pyramids, London Shard). Finding them often requires reading specific books or notes that provide clues to their location across various planets.
  • Skill Magazines (Constellation Guides, Grunt Issue, Kryx's Journal, etc.): Magazines found throughout the Settled Systems. Each one picked up for the first time provides a permanent small buff to a specific skill or character stat (e.g., +5% pistol damage, better prices, increased carry capacity).
  • Antique Earth Relics: Various trinkets and items from Old Earth (e.g., antique guns, baseballs, vinyl records) that can be found and sold for credits or kept as mementos. Some are tied to specific points of interest or minor quests.
  • Unique Weapons & Armor Pieces: Named legendary items with unique appearances, stats, and powerful pre-set enchantments. Found as rewards for completing difficult quests, defeating powerful enemies, or hidden in high-level areas or locked containers.
  • Slates (Audio Logs & Notes): Data slates containing text logs, audio recordings, or notes that provide lore, backstory, environmental storytelling, or clues to quests and hidden items. Found extensively throughout all locations.
Key Themes
  • High Fantasy
  • Open World
  • Action-Adventure
  • Mercenaries
  • War
  • Political Intrigue
  • Exploration
  • Space Exploration
  • Discovery
  • Sci-Fi
  • The Future of Humanity
  • Mystery
  • Faction Politics
  • Colonization
  • Adventure
  • Hope
  • Existential Questions
  • Artifacts
colorize Combat & Gear
Weapons Overview
  • Sword and Shield: Melee
    A balanced, defensive weapon set for classic swordplay.
  • Two-Handed Weapons: Heavy Melee
    Includes heavy weapons like spears that offer longer reach and different combos.
  • Bow and Arrow: Ranged
    Used for ranged combat, with different arrow types like standard, explosive, and freezing.
  • Grappling Hook: Utility / Combat
    A tool used for both traversal (attaching to any surface) and combat (targeting enemies).
  • Elemental Palm Techniques: Magic
    Kliff can infuse his attacks with fire, ice, or lightning, adding magical effects to his martial arts and swordplay.
  • Ballistic Weapons (Pistols, Rifles, Shotguns, SMGs, Heavy): Firearm (Projectile-based)
    Wide variety of conventional firearms using physical ammunition. Includes pistols (Eon, Sidestar), rifles (Grendel, Beowulf, Lawgiver), shotguns (Coachman, Pacifier), and heavy weapons. Can be modified extensively for different ammo types, barrels, stocks, sights, etc.
  • Energy Weapons (Laser Pistols, Laser Rifles): Firearm (Directed Energy)
    Weapons firing laser beams, effective against robots and some enemy types. Includes pistols (Equinox, Solstice) and rifles. Use energy cells as ammunition. Modifiable.
  • Electromagnetic (EM) Weapons (EM Pistols, EM Rifles): Non-Lethal Firearm (Stunning/Disabling)
    Weapons designed to incapacitate targets by dealing EM damage, draining their 'stun' meter rather than health. Useful for non-lethal takedowns or capturing ships. Includes Novalight pistol, Novablast Disruptor rifle.
  • Particle Beam Weapons (Particle Pistols, Particle Rifles, Particle Shotguns, Heavy): Advanced Firearm (Energy/Ballistic Hybrid Damage)
    High-tech weapons that deal both energy and physical damage simultaneously. Very effective against a wide range of targets. Includes Va'ruun Inflictor, Big Bang, Magshear, MagSniper. Uses specialized particle ammunition.
  • Melee Weapons (Knives, Axes, Cutlasses, Rescue Axe, Tanto, Va'ruun Painblade): Close Quarters Combat
    Various bladed and blunt weapons for close-quarters combat. Damage and speed vary by type. Some unique melee weapons have special properties.
  • Explosives (Grenades, Mines): Throwable/Deployable (Area of Effect)
    Includes Frag Grenades, Incendiary Grenades, Impact Grenades, various types of Mines. Used for area denial, crowd control, or dealing heavy damage.
  • Unique & Legendary Weapons: Varied (Named Special Versions)
    Special named versions of standard weapons with unique appearances and pre-set powerful enchantments (e.g., increased damage, elemental effects, special properties). Found as quest rewards, loot from powerful enemies, or in specific locations.
Armor / Gear Sets
  • Equipment Sets: Players can equip different pieces of armor. The item wheel allows for rapid switching between different armor pieces, suggesting players may need to adapt defenses for specific enemy types.
  • Spacesuits: The primary protective gear. Provides physical, energy, and EM damage resistance, as well as protection against environmental hazards (thermal, corrosive, airborne, radiation). Spacesuits have various stats, mod slots, mass, and value. Tiered from common to legendary with special perks.
  • Packs (Boost Packs): Equipped alongside spacesuits. Provide additional damage resistances and environmental protection. Crucially, they enable boosted jumps and short bursts of flight (jetpack functionality), essential for traversal. Can be modded for different boost types and stats. Tiered.
  • Helmets: Complete the spacesuit ensemble. Offer damage resistances and environmental protection, particularly for airborne hazards. Can be modded. Tiered.
  • Apparel (Underneath Spacesuit): Clothing items worn under the spacesuit when in hazardous environments, or as standalone outfits in safe, breathable locations (cities, ships, outposts). Apparel items can offer minor stat boosts (e.g., +persuasion chance, +O2 capacity) or perks. Huge variety of styles.
  • Armor Tiers & Quality (Common, Calibrated, Refined, Advanced, Superior / Legendary Perks): Spacesuits, Packs, and Helmets come in different quality tiers (e.g., Common, Calibrated, Refined, Advanced, Superior for base stats) and can also have up to three legendary perks (e.g., Chameleon, Incendiary, Sentinel) that provide powerful passive effects.
Outfits/Customization
  • Functional Armor Sets: Customization is primarily functional through the equipping of different armor sets. Each set will have a unique appearance reflecting the game's high-fantasy aesthetic.
  • Apparel Sets (Outfits): Various complete outfits that can be worn in breathable environments (cities, ships, outposts). These range from casual wear (street clothes, corpo attire) to faction uniforms (UC SysDef, Freestar Ranger, Ryujin) and specialized clothing (miner gear, scientist outfits). Some provide minor perks or stat boosts.
  • Individual Apparel Pieces: While not as granular as some games, players can often find individual pieces like hats, glasses, or specific clothing items that can be mixed, though the primary 'armor' system revolves around the Spacesuit/Pack/Helmet combination.
  • Spacesuit Visuals: Different spacesuits, helmets, and packs have unique visual designs, reflecting their origin (e.g., UC Marine, Freestar Militia, Constellation, Pirate, Ecliptic Mercenary) or manufacturer. Players often choose these for their stats and perks, but aesthetics also play a role.
trending_up Progression & Upgrades
Skills & Progression
N/A

Player progression uses a skill system divided into five trees: Physical, Social, Combat, Science, and Tech. Each skill has multiple ranks that are unlocked by spending skill points (earned by leveling up) and then completing in-game challenges related to that skill. Research projects at workbenches unlock new crafting recipes for weapon mods, suit/pack/helmet mods, outpost components, and chems/food. Powers, akin to space magic, are unlocked by finding and interacting with alien temples.

public World & Exploration
Playable Vehicles
  • Horse: Mount
    The primary mode of transportation across the large open world of Pywell.
  • Player Starships (Various Manufacturers & Classes): Customizable Spacecraft (Primary Vehicle)
    The player's primary means of interstellar travel, combat, and mobile base. Ships come in various classes (A, B, C - determining module compatibility and reactor power) from manufacturers like Stroud-Eklund, Deimos, Nova Galactic, Taiyo Astroneering, HopeTech. Can be heavily customized with different weapons (lasers, ballistics, missiles, particle beams, EM), shields, engines, grav drives, reactors, cargo holds, hab modules, and cosmetic parts. Can be stolen, bought, or awarded.
  • Boost Pack (Jetpack): Personal Traversal Gear
    Equipped as part of the 'Pack' armor slot. Allows for boosted jumps, short bursts of flight, and maneuvering in low-gravity environments. Different types of boost packs offer varying thrust, duration, and control.
  • Ground Traversal (On Foot): Player Locomotion
    Primary means of exploring planetary surfaces. Player movement includes walking, running, sprinting (uses O2), jumping, and using the boost pack. There are no player-controlled ground vehicles like rovers or bikes in the base game for planetary exploration.
  • Enemy/NPC Starships: AI Controlled Spacecraft
    Various starships piloted by factions (UC, Freestar, Crimson Fleet, Spacers, Ecliptic, Va'ruun), traders, and civilians. Encountered in space for combat, piracy, or peaceful interactions.
Notable Fauna/Mounts
N/A
  • Ashta (Akila): Canid-like Predator
    Hostile Apex Predator on Akila, resembles a wolf/hyena hybrid.
  • Terrormorph: Apex Xenomorph
    Extremely Hostile, Powerful, and Feared Alien Creature, central to a major faction questline.
  • Hunting Grazer / Flocking Filterer / Herding Herbivore (Generic Procedural Types): Various Procedurally Generated Fauna
    Common herbivores found on many planets, varying in appearance and behavior. Primary source for organic resources and XP via scanning/hunting.
  • Hunting Swarmer / Flocking Scarab / Herding Beetle (Generic Procedural Types): Various Procedurally Generated Insectoid/Small Fauna
    Smaller creatures, often in groups, some may be passive or mildly hostile. Source for specific organic resources.
  • Apex / Scavenger / Hunter (Generic Procedural Predator Types): Various Procedurally Generated Carnivores
    Predatory creatures found on many planets, ranging from pack hunters to solitary apex threats. Their aggression and abilities vary widely.
  • Floating Gas Bags / Filter Critters (Generic Procedural Aerial/Aquatic Fauna): Various Procedurally Generated Aerial/Aquatic Life
    Creatures found flying in atmospheres or swimming in bodies of water on different planets. Some may be passive, others defensive.
  • Unique Handcrafted Creatures (Planet Specific): Various Named Species
    Specific, named alien creatures found on handcrafted planets or involved in quests, with unique designs and behaviors (e.g., Kreet Stalker, Sirens of Titan).
book Story & Characters
Main Characters
  • Kliff (Greymane): Playable Protagonist
    A Scottish mercenary and the main character. His quest is to find his 'graveyard comrades' and restore order to the land.
  • Marquis Stefan Lanford: Key NPC
    The ruler of Hernand, a kingdom imperiled by mutiny, whom Kliff must aid.
  • The Stag Lord: Boss / Playable Character
    A powerful boss who becomes playable after being defeated, allowing players to experience his past memories.
  • Cassius Morten: Boss
    A boss whose fight incorporates significant environmental interactions.
  • Player Character ('The Captain' / 'Dusty'): Protagonist / Member of Constellation
    A customizable character (appearance, background, traits) who starts as a miner for Argos Extractors. After touching a mysterious alien artifact, they experience visions and are recruited into Constellation, an organization of explorers seeking to unravel the universe's greatest mysteries.
  • Sarah Morgan: Ally / Companion / Chair of Constellation
    The dedicated and composed leader of Constellation. A former UC Navy officer and navigator, she is driven by exploration and the pursuit of knowledge. One of the first main companions available.
  • Sam Coe: Ally / Companion / Constellation Member
    A former Freestar Ranger and descendant of Solomon Coe, the founder of Akila City. He's an adventurous space cowboy type, accompanied by his young daughter, Cora Coe. Offers piloting and rifle certification skills.
  • Andreja: Ally / Companion / Constellation Member
    A mysterious Constellation operative with a shadowy past and connections to House Va'ruun. She is pragmatic, skilled in stealth, particle beams, and has a guarded personality. Offers stealth and particle weapons skills.
  • Barrett: Ally / Companion / Constellation Member
    An adventurous and eccentric Constellation scientist and explorer who first encounters the player at Argos Extractors. Known for his witty banter and engineering skills. Offers starship engineering and particle beam weapon skills.
  • Vasco: Ally / Companion / Constellation Robot
    A modified expeditionary robot belonging to Constellation, one of the earliest companions. Loyal and capable, providing combat support and ship system bonuses. Offers Aneutronic Fusion, Shield Systems, and EM Weapon Systems skills for the ship.
  • The Hunter: Antagonist / Starborn
    A powerful and relentless Starborn who believes in a 'survival of the fittest' approach to acquiring artifacts and reaching the Unity. Serves as a recurring, formidable antagonist.
  • The Emissary: Antagonist/Neutral Figure / Starborn
    Another powerful Starborn who represents a more ordered or controlled approach to the Unity and the artifacts, often clashing with The Hunter and the player. Their identity is a key reveal.
  • Walter Stroud: Ally / Financier of Constellation
    The co-owner of Stroud-Eklund, one of the major starship manufacturers, and the primary financial backer of Constellation. A pragmatic businessman with a keen interest in their discoveries.
  • Vladimir Sall: Ally / Constellation Member / Former Crimson Fleet Pirate
    Resides on 'The Eye,' Constellation's space station. He helps locate temples and artifacts and has a colorful past as a pirate.
  • Commander Ikande (UC SysDef): Faction Leader / Potential Ally or Antagonist
    Leader of UC SysDef, dedicated to eradicating the Crimson Fleet. The player can choose to work with him or against him during the Crimson Fleet questline.
  • Delgado (Crimson Fleet): Faction Leader / Potential Ally or Antagonist
    Leader of the Crimson Fleet pirates. The player can choose to infiltrate or genuinely join his faction.
Example Missions
  • Main Story Quests
    A cinematic, story-driven campaign that follows Kliff's personal quest to find his comrades and his involvement in the war for the kingdom of Hernand.
  • Boss Hunts
    Targeting and defeating the 20-40 unique bosses in the game to acquire their powerful equipment and potentially unlock their memories.
  • Main Questline (Constellation & The Artifacts)
    A series of core story missions following the player's journey with Constellation to find and understand mysterious alien artifacts, leading to encounters with the Starborn and revelations about the universe and the Unity. This questline culminates in a major decision impacting the player's progression into New Game Plus.
  • Faction Questlines (UC Vanguard, Freestar Rangers, Ryujin Industries, Crimson Fleet)
    Extensive, multi-part storylines associated with the major factions in the Settled Systems. Players can choose to join one or more of these factions (though some choices may have consequences for others). Each offers unique missions, characters, rewards, and moral dilemmas (e.g., UC Vanguard involves fighting Terrormorphs; Freestar Rangers act as space western lawmen; Ryujin Industries focuses on corporate espionage; Crimson Fleet involves piracy and a choice to betray or fully join them).
  • Companion Quests
    Personal quests related to the four main Constellation companions (Sarah, Sam, Andreja, Barrett). Completing these deepens the relationship with the companion, reveals their backstory, and can lead to romance or commitment.
  • Side Missions (Activities & Miscellaneous Quests)
    A vast number of smaller, optional quests found by exploring cities, settlements, space stations, or by overhearing conversations and reading slates. These range from simple fetch quests to more involved local stories, bounty hunting, or resolving minor conflicts.
  • Outpost Establishment & Resource Management
    Missions or self-directed objectives related to building and managing outposts for resource extraction (mining minerals, harvesting flora/fauna, generating power) and crafting. This includes setting up cargo links between outposts.
  • Ship Combat & Bounty Hunting (Mission Board)
    Engaging in space combat against pirates, spacers, or faction enemies. Players can take on bounty hunting missions from mission boards to track down and eliminate or capture wanted ships and individuals.
  • Planetary Survey & Exploration
    Fully surveying planets by scanning all their unique flora, fauna, resources, and discovering all planetary traits. Survey data can be sold for credits. Exploration can also lead to finding hidden points of interest, caves, abandoned facilities, and unique encounters.
people Multiplayer
Multiplayer Details

The game will launch as a single-player only experience. A multiplayer mode is planned for post-launch implementation.

Starfield is a single-player only experience. It does not feature any cooperative or competitive multiplayer modes.

extension Editions & DLC
Available Editions

Details on different game editions are yet to be announced. The game is expected to be a premium, single-purchase title at launch, with a multiplayer mode planned for implementation a year or two after release.

Available in Standard Edition, Premium Edition (included 'Shattered Space' story expansion upon release, Constellation Skin Pack, digital artbook & soundtrack, and 5 days early access), and the Constellation Edition (physical collector's edition with a SteelBook display case, Constellation patch, Chronomark watch & case, credit stick with game code, and all Premium Edition digital content).

Post-Launch Content / DLC

A multiplayer mode similar to 'GTA Online Free Roam' is planned for release a year or two after the single-player game launches. Details on story-based DLC have not been announced.

The first major story expansion, 'Shattered Space,' is confirmed and included in the Premium/Constellation Editions, expected in Fall 2024. Bethesda has also stated plans for ongoing support with new content, features, and official mod support (Creations).

help_outline FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q: What is Crimson Desert?
    A: Crimson Desert is an upcoming open-world action-adventure game from Pearl Abyss, the creators of Black Desert Online. It features a single-player, story-driven experience with a strong emphasis on skill-based combat and exploration.
  • Q: When will it be released?
    A: After several delays, Pearl Abyss has confirmed that the game is now targeting a release in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026.
  • Q: Is Crimson Desert an MMO like Black Desert?
    A: No. While it started as a spin-off, it is now a completely separate, single-player action-adventure game. A multiplayer mode is planned for release a year or two after the initial launch.
  • Q: What makes the combat unique?
    A: The combat is described as a high-skill blend of swordplay, martial arts, and elemental magic. It focuses on executing complex 'moves' with precise timing, dodging, and parrying, more akin to a character action game than a traditional RPG.
  • Q: How many planets are in Starfield?
    A: Starfield features over 1,000 planets and moons across approximately 100 star systems that players can explore.
  • Q: Is Starfield a direct sequel to Fallout or Elder Scrolls?
    A: No, Starfield is a completely new intellectual property (IP) from Bethesda Game Studios, set in its own unique universe, distinct from their Fallout and The Elder Scrolls series.
  • Q: Can I fly my spaceship seamlessly from space to planet surfaces?
    A: While you can fly in space and select landing spots on planets from orbit, the transition from space to being on the planet surface (and vice-versa) involves a short loading screen/cutscene. You cannot manually pilot your ship through a planet's atmosphere down to the ground in a seamless manner like in some other space games.
  • Q: Is there base building in Starfield?
    A: Yes, players can establish and build Outposts on many planets and moons. These outposts can be used for resource extraction, crafting, storage, and as player homes. They can be customized with various modules, defenses, and crew assignments.
  • Q: How does spaceship customization work?
    A: Starfield features an extensive ship builder. Players can buy pre-built ships or heavily customize existing ones by adding, removing, and modifying various modules like cockpits, engines, weapons, shields, cargo holds, habs (living quarters), and structural components. Ships can also be painted and decorated.
  • Q: Are there aliens to interact with besides hostile creatures?
    A: The game focuses on human factions and the mystery of alien artifacts. While there is abundant alien flora and fauna, and enigmatic precursor alien technology, there are no sentient, spacefaring alien civilizations to interact with in the traditional sense (like in Mass Effect) within the base game, aside from the Starborn.
build Technical Details
Graphics & Visual Fidelity
N/A

Developed on Creation Engine 2, Starfield showcases Bethesda's 'NASA-Punk' art style, blending realistic near-future technology with rugged, functional designs. It features detailed planetary surfaces, diverse biomes, impressive lighting (especially in space and during sunrises/sets on planets), and detailed character/ship models. The scale of the universe and seamless transitions from space to planet (with a loading screen) are key visual aspects.

Audio & Soundtrack
N/A

Original score composed by Inon Zur, featuring sweeping orchestral themes that evoke a sense of wonder, exploration, and epic adventure. Music is dynamic and adapts to gameplay situations. Sound design focuses on realistic weapon effects, spaceship sounds (engines, grav jumps, combat), and diverse alien creature vocalizations and environmental ambiances.

User Interface (UI/UX)
N/A

Features a clean, sci-fi 'NASA-Punk' aesthetic HUD displaying health, oxygen, ammo, and a compass. Menus for inventory (grid-based), skills, ship management, starmap, and missions are navigated through a wrist-mounted device interface. Scanning mode highlights resources, flora, fauna, and points of interest.

Accessibility Options
N/A

Includes options for subtitle customization (size, background, speaker names), control remapping (PC), adjustable text size, aim assist toggle, options to change hold-to-activate to a toggle, large menu fonts, and various gameplay settings to tweak difficulty and visual effects like motion blur and film grain.

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settings_applications System Requirements
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Speculative - Target: 1080p, 60 FPS, Low/Medium Preset) (Low/Medium Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR 'Performance') likely required.)
CPU: Hypothetical minimum CPU for a next-gen, CPU-heavy title.
CPU (Laptop): A modern performance-tier laptop CPU would be the minimum.
GPU: A GPU with a large VRAM buffer would be necessary even at minimum settings.
GPU (Laptop): A solid mid-range laptop GPU from the current generation.
RAM: 16GB would be the absolute minimum RAM requirement.
Storage: A fast NVMe SSD would be required.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-12600K or AMD Ryzen 5 7600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB NVMe SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset, likely with FSR/DLSS Quality) (High Preset (FSR/DLSS Quality often needed for 60 FPS))
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p at 60 FPS.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range to high-end laptop CPUs due to CPU intensity.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p at 60 FPS on High, often with upscaling.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 8GB VRAM is crucial.
RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended.
Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X or Intel Core i5-10600K
developer_boardGPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (16GB) or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (8GB) / RTX 3060 Ti (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / Intel Core i7-11800H equivalent or better. **Modern Ryzen 7/9 HS/HX series or Intel Core i7/i9 H/HX series are ideal.**
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) / RTX 4060 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) or AMD Radeon RX 6700M/6800S. **An RTX 3070 Ti Mobile or RTX 4070 Mobile would offer a more consistent 60 FPS+ at 1080p High.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 125 GB NVMe SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (1080p ~30 FPS, Low Preset) (Low Preset)
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for 1080p at lower settings.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Game is very CPU heavy.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for 1080p at lower settings.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 6GB+ VRAM highly recommended even at 1080p.
RAM: Minimum RAM requirement.
Storage: SSD is mandatory.
memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel Core i7-6800K
developer_boardGPU: AMD Radeon RX 5700 (8GB) or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): AMD Ryzen 5 4600H / Intel Core i5-10500H equivalent or better. **A Ryzen 5 5600H / i5-11400H would be a more realistic minimum due to CPU demands.**
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB) / RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (4GB, High TGP) or AMD Radeon RX 6600M. **An RTX 3060 Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile (High TGP) is strongly advised for a more stable 1080p Low/Medium experience.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 125 GB SSD
1440p (QHD/2K) - Recommended (Speculative - Target: 1440p, 60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR 'Quality' or 'Balanced') recommended.)
CPU: A powerful modern CPU would be recommended for a stable high-framerate experience.
CPU (Laptop): A high-end enthusiast laptop CPU would be needed for this tier.
GPU: A high-end current-gen GPU would be the likely recommendation.
GPU (Laptop): A high-end laptop GPU would be necessary for a quality 1440p experience.
RAM: 32GB RAM is expected to be the recommendation for future AAA titles.
Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for this tier.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-13900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
layersRAM: 32 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB NVMe SSD
1440p (QHD/2K) - High (1440p ~60 FPS, High/Ultra Preset with FSR/DLSS Quality/Balanced) (High/Ultra Preset (FSR/DLSS Quality or Balanced recommended))
CPU: Desktop CPU for 1440p at 60 FPS.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated high-end laptop CPUs.
GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p at 60 FPS, upscaling is key.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated high-performance laptop GPUs. 10GB+ VRAM strongly recommended, 8GB is absolute minimum with aggressive upscaling.
RAM: 16GB RAM required, 32GB strongly recommended for smoother 1440p.
Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X or Intel Core i7-12700K
developer_boardGPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (16GB) / RX 7800 XT (16GB) or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB) / RTX 4070 (12GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS/HX / Intel Core i7-12700H or better. **Modern Ryzen 9 HS/HX series or Intel Core i9 H/HX series are optimal.**
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB/16GB, High TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) or AMD Radeon RX 6800M/6850M XT. **An RTX 3080 Ti Mobile or RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB+) would provide a much smoother 1440p High/Ultra experience.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 125 GB NVMe SSD
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultra (2160p/4K ~30-60 FPS, Medium/High Preset with FSR/DLSS Performance/Balanced) (Medium/High Preset, FSR/DLSS Performance/Balanced (Native 4K Ultra 60FPS is exceptionally demanding))
CPU: Desktop CPU recommendation for 4K.
CPU (Laptop): Top-tier laptop CPUs essential.
GPU: Desktop GPU recommendation for a playable 4K experience, heavily reliant on upscaling.
GPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop GPUs essential. 12GB+ VRAM absolutely critical, 16GB ideal.
RAM: 32GB RAM very strongly recommended for 4K.
Storage: NVMe SSD required.
memoryCPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D or Intel Core i9-12900K/13700K
developer_boardGPU: AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB) or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) / RTX 4080 (16GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS/HX / Intel Core i9-13900HX or better. **Flagship Intel Core i9 HX / AMD Ryzen 9 HX series (e.g., 14900HX, 7945HX3D) required.**
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even the RTX 4090 Mobile will rely heavily on DLSS (Performance/Ultra Performance) for 4K High settings at ~60FPS. A hypothetical next-gen flagship (e.g., RTX 5080/5090 Mobile or AMD equivalent) would be targeted for a more comfortable native 4K experience or higher framerates with advanced features. (Highly Speculative)**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 125 GB NVMe SSD
save Overall Storage
Spec: 150 GB available space (NVMe SSD Required)
Note: A fast NVMe SSD would be mandatory to handle the increased asset quality and the streaming of a large, seamless open world.
Type: NVMe
Spec: 125 GB available space (SSD Required).
Note: An NVMe SSD is strongly recommended for the best experience due to asset streaming and load times.
Type: SSD
desktop_windows Operating System
Spec: Windows 11 64-bit
Explanation: A modern 64-bit OS would be a firm requirement.
Spec: Windows 10 version 21H1 (10.0.19043) or Windows 11
Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 (specified version or newer) or Windows 11 required.
gamepad DirectX Version
Spec: DirectX 12 / Vulkan
Explanation: The BlackSpace engine supports both DirectX 12 and Vulkan, with DX12 likely being the primary API on Windows.
Spec: DirectX 12
Explanation: DirectX 12 API is required.
info_outline Other Game Notes
  • SPECULATIVE PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS. As official specs were not provided, these are hypothetical projections for a next-generation title built on the advanced BlackSpace engine.
  • Laptop Performance Note: A title like this would demand a high-performance gaming laptop. Actual performance would vary significantly based on the final game's optimization and the laptop's specific hardware configuration.
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU would be essential to handle advanced features like real-time ray tracing and GPU-accelerated particle effects.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich world and high NPC density will require a laptop with a cutting-edge cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: A powerful multi-core mobile CPU will be critical for handling the large mobs of NPCs, physics, and ensuring a smooth experience in large-scale battles.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus would be a critical feature for reducing latency and ensuring the best possible performance and responsiveness in the skill-based combat.
  • Game Name: Crimson Desert
  • Official system requirements from Bethesda. Performance can vary significantly depending on specific hardware, settings, areas in-game, and background applications. An SSD is MANDATORY. The game is known to be CPU intensive.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs may work if their performance is comparable, but TGP (Total Graphics Power) and cooling are extremely critical for this demanding title. **Starfield is a very graphically and CPU intensive game; high-end laptop hardware is required for enjoyable experiences, especially at higher resolutions/settings. Upscaling is highly recommended.**
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better, as Starfield is CPU-bound in many scenarios.
  • Laptop Consideration: R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM (DDR5 preferred) significantly benefits performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.
  • Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 2 (FSR 2). NVIDIA DLSS support was added via official patch; DLSS 3 Frame Generation is also supported if your GPU allows. Intel XeSS may be available via mod or future update.
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Shadow Quality, Volumetric Lighting, Crowd Density, GTAO Quality, Grass Quality, Motion Blur, and Dynamic Resolution (if not using fixed FSR/DLSS percentages) heavily impact performance. Render Resolution Scale is the primary tool for performance tuning.
  • Game Name: Starfield
build Optimization Details
N/A
  • Upscaling Tech: Supports AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 2 (FSR 2). NVIDIA DLSS support was added via official patch; DLSS 3 Frame Generation is also supported if your GPU allows. Intel XeSS may be available via mod or future update.
  • Key Settings Impact: Shadow Quality, Volumetric Lighting, Crowd Density, GTAO Quality, Grass Quality, Motion Blur, and Dynamic Resolution (if not using fixed FSR/DLSS percentages) heavily impact performance. Render Resolution Scale is the primary tool for performance tuning.
laptop Laptop Considerations
  • G P U T G P: Maximum TGP for the laptop's GPU would be essential to handle advanced features like real-time ray tracing and GPU-accelerated particle effects.
  • Cooling Thermals: The game's visually rich world and high NPC density will require a laptop with a cutting-edge cooling solution to prevent thermal throttling.
  • C P U Power Limits: A powerful multi-core mobile CPU will be critical for handling the large mobs of NPCs, physics, and ensuring a smooth experience in large-scale battles.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus would be a critical feature for reducing latency and ensuring the best possible performance and responsiveness in the skill-based combat.
  • G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
  • C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better, as Starfield is CPU-bound in many scenarios.
  • R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM (DDR5 preferred) significantly benefits performance.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.

info_outline Feature details based on available data. System requirements and performance estimates may vary.

laptop_chromebook Laptop Recommendations

Common Recommendations (Handles All Compared Games)

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for UHD (4K).
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)

For Crimson Desert Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP).
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).
LG Gram Pro 17 with RTX 5050
LG Gram Pro 17 with RTX 5050
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (Series 2) , 14 cores (6 Performance cores + 8 Efficient cores), 20 threads
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 8400MHz SO-DIMM
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, High TGP).

For Starfield Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for UHD (4K).
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX)
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile (12GB, Max TGP)

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