The Witcher 3 Remaster requires RTX 4070 for Path Tracing, 70 GB storage

CD Projekt released the full PC system requirements for The Witcher 3 Remaster, giving gamers a clear view of the hardware needed to run the title. The data reveals that the game supports advanced Path Tracing, which means buyers with older graphics cards will need to plan for an upgrade to experience the highest visual fidelity. This information helps players determine whether their current rigs can handle the remaster or if they need to invest in new components.

CD Projekt details hardware needs for the remaster

The remaster targets a broad audience by keeping the minimum hardware entry point relatively accessible for legacy systems. Players can run the base game on older hardware like the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB, AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB, or Intel Arc A380. These cards pair with older processors such as the Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 to meet the baseline performance needs.

• Minimum GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB, AMD Radeon RX 580 8GB, or Intel Arc A380
• Minimum CPU: Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200
• Minimum RAM: 8 GB
• Minimum Storage: 70 GB
• Recommended GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, or Intel Arc A750

For those seeking a smoother experience, the recommended tier lists more capable hardware from the last few years. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, or Intel Arc A750 serve as the recommended graphics cards for this setup. These GPUs work with the Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 processors and require 16 GB of system RAM to function optimally.

The most demanding feature in The Witcher 3 Remaster is the Path Tracing mode, which places strict requirements on the graphics hardware. Running this feature requires an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 or a better card to handle the complex lighting calculations. The game also demands significant storage space, requiring 70 GB of free disk space regardless of the chosen performance tier.

We previously looked at Phantom Blade Zero PC Specs earlier while tracking Cd projekt launches, where the hardware demands were even higher. That comparison highlights the varying intensity of graphical features across different titles from the same developer. The Witcher 3 Remaster remains playable on older hardware, but the Path Tracing feature is strictly limited to modern NVIDIA GPUs.