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Alan Wake 2 System Requirements (2026)

Minimum vs recommended PC specs, RAM, storage, and whether your GPU can run Alan Wake 2.

Check your PCRead reviewSteam DeckBest settings
Minimum CPURyzen 5 2600X / i5-7600K
Recommended CPURyzen 7 3700X / i7-8700K
Minimum GPURX 5700 / RTX 2070
Recommended GPURX 7800 XT / RTX 4070 Ti
Minimum RAM16 GB
Recommended RAM16 GB
Storage~90 GB
Steam DeckSteam Deck Unsupported

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FAQ — Can I run Alan Wake 2?

Is Alan Wake 2 one of the hardest games to run?

Yes among narrative AAA — especially with ray tracing on.

Steam Deck?

Generally unsupported for enjoyable play — use a gaming PC.