Quick take
- 32 GB RAM is the recommended tier.
- 16 GB RAM is the minimum tier.
- The memory tiers are tied to different resolution, FPS, and quality targets.
What 32 GB means in the requirements
The 32 GB figure is a recommended specification, not a claim that the game permanently consumes 32 GB of memory. The lower tier calls for 16 GB RAM at 1920×1080, 30 FPS, and Low. Compare the tier as a whole because the CPU and GPU requirements also rise.
The rest of the recommended tier
The recommended tier pairs 32 GB RAM with an Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, plus an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 or Radeon RX 7800 XT. It still calls for 50 GB available storage and 64-bit Windows 10/11.
Before treating 16 GB as enough
A PC with 16 GB meets the listed minimum only when its other components also meet minimum. Check the live FAQ, your available RAM, and background workloads before buying or changing hardware.
Checked references
Sources and verification
Facts on this page were checked against the following first-party material and named post-launch coverage.