The Complete Edition of Horizon Forbidden West is scheduled for release on PC on March 21. In anticipation of its launch, developer Nixxes Software has unveiled a comprehensive list of system requirements for the game. Known for adapting PlayStation exclusives for the PC, Nixxes also highlighted the various customization options users can expect when the game debuts. While Horizon Forbidden West is recognized for its impressive graphics on the PS5, the studio has aimed to ensure the game performs well on a wide range of PC specifications.
According to a recent post on the PlayStation Blog, Nixxes confirmed that players will have access to multiple graphics presets, ranging from very low to very high. This approach allows users with cutting-edge hardware to maximize their gaming experience, while still accommodating those with less powerful machines.
Furthermore, Nixxes indicated that these extensive graphical customization options would enable portability, making the game playable on devices like the Steam Deck, Asus ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go. Gamers using these handheld consoles should enjoy a smooth gaming experience.
It is important to note that the PC version of Horizon Forbidden West requires a minimum of 16GB of RAM, along with 150GB of SSD storage, and must run on a 64-bit version of Windows 10 (version 1909 or higher). For those aiming for high performance at 4K resolution, Nvidia’s RTX 40 series or AMD’s 7000 series graphics cards are recommended.
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition PC system requirements
Minimum
- Processor: Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
- Memory: 16GB
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB or AMD Radeon RX 5500XT 4GB
- Performance: 720p at 30 fps (Very Low)
Recommended
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 16GB
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 5700
- Performance: 1080p at 60 fps (Medium)
High
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
- Memory: 16GB
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6800
- Performance: 1440p at 60 fps / 4K at 30 fps (High)
Very High
- Processor: Intel Core i7-11700 or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory: 16GB
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 or AMD Radeon RX 7900XT
- Performance: 4K at 60 fps (Very High)
Nixxes has committed to delivering a range of graphical customizations for players to adjust the visual aspects of the game. The PC edition of Horizon Forbidden West will allow users to fine-tune texture quality, level of detail, shadow effects, water, terrain, and additional parameters. Other features will include a field-of-view slider and options for effects like motion blur, film grain, radial blur, lens flares, bloom, and vignette.
The announcement of Horizon Forbidden West for PC was made last month, with March 21 earmarked as the release date. Nixxes Software, the Sony-owned firm responsible for several other successful PC ports of PlayStation titles, has also confirmed support for advanced technologies, including Nvidia DLSS 3, AMD FSR, and Intel XeSS, along with ultra-wide screen resolutions. The Complete Edition will feature the Burning Shores expansion, originally launched in 2023. The game is currently available for pre-order on Steam and the Epic Games Store, priced at Rs. 3,999.
