With the much-anticipated launch of *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* on PC just two weeks away, Square Enix has unveiled an updated set of system requirements to ensure players can enjoy the game at its best. For those aiming to experience the game in stunning 4K resolution, Square Enix recommends using a high-end graphics card equipped with 12-16GB of VRAM. This latest update also confirms that the PC version of *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* will leverage advanced features like DLSS upscaling, ShaderModel 6.6 support, and DirectX 12 Ultimate for an enhanced gaming experience.
The announcement follows closely on the heels of the game's initial PS5 release nearly a year ago. Notably, *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* received a PS5 Pro enhancement patch in November, which optimized the game for Sony's upgraded console. However, unlike its predecessor, *Final Fantasy 7 Remake*, which saw an expansion in the form of Episode INTERmission, *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* will not have any additional DLC content. Square Enix has redirected its efforts towards the development of *Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3*, urging fans to stay tuned for future updates.
After initially sharing some PC specifications during The Game Awards, Square Enix has refined its requirements. The company has emphasized that for 4K gaming, a graphics card with at least 12GB to 16GB of VRAM is essential. The game still mandates a 64-bit version of Windows 10 or 11, a hefty 155GB of storage on an SSD, and a minimum of 16GB of RAM. On the CPU front, a multi-core processor like the Ryzen 5 5600 or better is recommended. Graphics-wise, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 or equivalent is necessary, given the game's use of DLSS for performance enhancement.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Full PC Specs Requirements (January 6)
| Preset | Minimum | Recommended | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic Setting | 30 FPS/1080p/ Graphics Quality "Low" | 60 FPS/1080p/ Graphics Quality "Medium" | 60 FPS/2160p (4K)/ Graphics Quality "High" |
| OS | Windows 10 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit | Windows 11 64-bit |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 1400/ Intel Core i3-8100 | AMD Ryzen 5 5600/ AMD Ryzen 7 3700X/ Intel Core i7-8700/ Intel Core i5-10400 | AMD Ryzen 7 5700X/ Intel Core i7-10700 |
| GPU | AMD Radeon RX 6600 / Intel Arc A580/ Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 *AMD Radeon RX 6600 or later model required. **Nvidia GeForce RTX Series or later model required. | AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT/ Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 | AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX/ Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 155 GB SSD | 155 GB SSD | 155 GB SSD |
| Notes | *GPU Memory 12GB or greater recommended if a 4K monitor is used. **Graphics card supporting ShaderModel 6.6 or a later version and OS supporting DirectX 12 Ultimate required. | *GPU Memory 16GB or greater recommended if a 4K monitor is used. | *GPU Memory 16GB or greater recommended if a 4K monitor is used. |
Moreover, *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* necessitates GPUs compatible with ShaderModel 6.6 or higher and operating systems that support DirectX 12 Ultimate. In interviews, game director Naoki Hamaguchi has expressed enthusiasm for the PC version, highlighting the enhanced lighting, shaders, and textures that will be exclusive to this port. It's yet to be confirmed whether similar upgrades will be applied to the PS5 version.
While Square Enix had previously mentioned optimizing *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* for Steam Deck, no recent updates have been provided on this matter. As the release date of January 23 approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating diving into *Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth* on PC.
