- Witcher 3 Remastered PC system requirements come in six tiers: Minimum, Recommended, Ultra, RT Minimum, RT Recommended and Path Tracing.
- The lowest tier needs a GTX 1660, 12 GB RAM and a 60 GB SSD for 1080p at 30 FPS.
- Every tier needs 64-bit Windows 11 and an SSD. Windows 10 is no longer supported.
- Path tracing at 4K 60 FPS is listed for the RTX 5080 only, with Frame Generation on.
- The Epic Games Store version needs 95 GB of free space.
CD Projekt RED updated the PC requirements with Patch 5.0. The game now has better lighting, new shading and a fully rebuilt DirectX 12 renderer. All of that needs stronger hardware than the 2015 original. This guide covers every tier so you can check your PC fast.
Want to know what else changed in the update? Read our Witcher 3 Remastered Patch 5.0 notes. You can also see the official Patch 5.0 notes on TheWitcher.com.
Witcher 3 Remastered PC System Requirements Overview
The Remastered version launched on September 29, 2026 as a free upgrade for existing owners. CD Projekt RED published six PC tiers. Each tier targets a different resolution and frame rate.
Here are the rules that apply to all six tiers:
- OS: 64-bit Windows 11
- Storage: 60 GB SSD
- Graphics API: DirectX 12
Witcher 3 Remastered Minimum System Requirements
This tier targets 1080p at 30 FPS on Low settings. It is the lowest spec the game officially supports.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graphics preset | Low |
| Resolution and FPS | 1080p, 30 FPS |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| GPU | GeForce GTX 1660, Radeon RX 5500 XT 8 GB or Intel Arc A580 |
| VRAM | 6 GB |
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB SSD |
| OS | 64-bit Windows 11 |
Witcher 3 Remastered Recommended System Requirements
The recommended tier targets 1080p at 60 FPS on High settings. Most players should aim for this one.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graphics preset | High |
| Resolution and FPS | 1080p, 60 FPS |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X |
| GPU | GeForce RTX 2060 Super, Radeon RX 6600 XT or Intel Arc B580 |
| VRAM | 8 GB |
| RAM | 16 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB SSD |
| OS | 64-bit Windows 11 |
Witcher 3 Remastered Ultra System Requirements
Ultra targets 1440p at 60 FPS. It has no ray tracing. The jump here is mostly the CPU and the 24 GB of RAM.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graphics preset | Ultra |
| Resolution and FPS | 1440p, 60 FPS |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7700X |
| GPU | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, Radeon RX 6800 XT or Intel Arc B580 (XeSS) |
| VRAM | 8 GB |
| RAM | 24 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB SSD |
| OS | 64-bit Windows 11 |
Witcher 3 Remastered RT Minimum System Requirements
This is the entry point for ray tracing. It targets 1080p at 30 FPS and uses DLSS, FSR or XeSS upscaling.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graphics preset | RT |
| Resolution and FPS | 1080p with upscaling, 30 FPS |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-11700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
| GPU | GeForce RTX 2060 Super, Radeon RX 6600 XT or Intel Arc B580 |
| VRAM | 8 GB |
| RAM | 16 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB SSD |
| OS | 64-bit Windows 11 |
Witcher 3 Remastered RT Recommended System Requirements
This tier targets 1440p at 60 FPS with the RT: Ultra preset and DLSS or FSR upscaling. No Intel GPU is listed here.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graphics preset | RT: Ultra |
| Resolution and FPS | 1440p with upscaling, 60 FPS |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7700X |
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4080 or Radeon RX 9070 XT |
| VRAM | 12 GB |
| RAM | 24 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB SSD |
| OS | 64-bit Windows 11 |
Witcher 3 Remastered Path Tracing System Requirements
This is the top tier. It targets 4K at 60 FPS with DLSS upscaling and Frame Generation turned on. Only an NVIDIA card is listed. AMD and Intel are marked as not applicable.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Graphics preset | RT: Ultra with path tracing |
| Resolution and FPS | 2160p (DLSS), 60 FPS with Frame Generation |
| CPU | Intel Core i9-13900K or AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
| GPU | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| VRAM | 16 GB |
| RAM | 24 GB |
| Storage | 60 GB SSD |
| OS | 64-bit Windows 11 |
Does Witcher 3 Remastered Support Windows 10?
No. Windows 10 does not appear on any of the six tiers. CD Projekt RED says it no longer develops or tests the game on Windows 10. That does not mean the game will stop working on it right away. But you are on your own if something breaks.
Do You Need an SSD for Witcher 3 Remastered?
Yes. An SSD is now mandatory on every tier. The original game could run from a hard drive. The Remastered version cannot be treated the same way.
Witcher 3 Remastered Storage Requirements
The official tables list 60 GB of SSD space. The Epic Games Store version needs 95 GB of free space instead. Some early reports quoted 70 GB, so leave a little extra room for updates and mods.
Witcher 3 Remastered Upscaling and Frame Generation Support
Patch 5.0 adds support for all three major upscalers on PC:
- NVIDIA: DLSS 4.5 with Ray Reconstruction
- AMD: FSR 4 with Frame Generation and Anti-Lag 2
- Intel: XeSS 2.0 with Frame Generation and Low Latency
FSR 4 works on Radeon RX 7000 Series cards and newer. On older AMD cards, the game falls back to FSR 2. Update your graphics drivers before you launch the game.
Can You Run Witcher 3 Remastered on Steam Deck?
Yes, but you will need to lower some graphics settings to get a smooth frame rate. Expect to tweak settings before it feels right.
Which Witcher 3 Remastered Tier Should You Target?
- Older budget PC: Aim for the Minimum tier and expect 1080p at 30 FPS on Low.
- Mid-range PC: Aim for the Recommended tier for 1080p at 60 FPS.
- High-end 1440p PC: Use the Ultra tier, or RT Recommended if you want ray tracing.
- Top-end 4K PC: Only the RTX 5080 tier is listed for path tracing.
Before You Upgrade: Skills and Saves
Patch 5.0 changes the skill system, and your skill points are reset. Your progress and achievements are handled separately. Read our guide on Witcher 3 Remastered saves, achievements carry over and skills reset before you load an old save.
Witcher 3 Remastered System Requirements FAQ
What are the minimum system requirements for Witcher 3 Remastered?
You need a Core i5-8400 or Ryzen 5 2600, a GTX 1660, RX 5500 XT 8 GB or Arc A580, 12 GB RAM, a 60 GB SSD and 64-bit Windows 11. That gets you 1080p at 30 FPS on Low.
What GPU do you need for Witcher 3 Remastered path tracing?
The listed path tracing tier needs an RTX 5080 with 16 GB of VRAM. It also lists an Intel Core i9-13900K or Ryzen 7 9800X3D and 24 GB of RAM.
How much RAM does Witcher 3 Remastered need?
The RAM need goes from 12 GB at Minimum to 16 GB at Recommended. Ultra, RT Recommended and Path Tracing all list 24 GB.
Is a GTX 1060 enough for Witcher 3 Remastered?
No. The lowest listed NVIDIA card is the GTX 1660. A GTX 1060 falls below the official minimum.
Is Witcher 3 Remastered free for existing owners?
Yes. It is a free upgrade for players who already own the game on the same platform.
Does Witcher 3 Remastered need Windows 11?
Yes. All six PC tiers list 64-bit Windows 11, and Windows 10 is not listed.
