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Directive 8020 system requirements and PC specs

Directive 8020 System Requirements

Can your PC run Directive 8020? Here are the minimum and recommended specs to survive the Cassiopeia.

Minimum Requirements

OSWindows 10 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
Memory8 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580
DirectXVersion 12
StorageSSD recommended

Meeting minimum requirements will let you play at 1080p / 30 FPS on Low settings. This is the baseline experience — the game will run, but visual fidelity and smoothness will be limited.

Recommended Requirements

OSWindows 10/11 64-bit
ProcessorIntel Core i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
Memory16 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
DirectXVersion 12
StorageSSD required

Meeting recommended requirements will give you 1080p / 60 FPS on High settings. This is the ideal way to experience Directive 8020's cinematic horror with smooth performance and full visual detail.

Performance Tips

  • Use an SSD: Loading times on HDD will be significantly longer. An SSD is essential for smooth scene transitions in this cinematic game.
  • Close background apps: Free up RAM and CPU resources before launching. Browser tabs and background software can cause stuttering during cutscenes.
  • Update your GPU drivers: Make sure you have the latest NVIDIA or AMD drivers installed. Day-1 driver updates often include optimizations for new game releases.
  • Lower shadow quality first: If you need better performance, shadow settings typically have the biggest impact on FPS with the least visual sacrifice in dark scenes.
  • Disable motion blur if sensitive: Some players experience discomfort with motion blur. It can be disabled in the graphics settings without affecting performance.

Steam Page

You can check the latest system requirements and pre-order Directive 8020 on the official Steam page. Requirements may be updated closer to launch as the developers finalize optimizations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I run Directive 8020 on a low-end PC?
Directive 8020 requires at least a modern mid-range system to run. If your PC meets the minimum requirements, you can play at low settings at 1080p/30fps. For the best cinematic experience, you will want hardware that meets or exceeds the recommended specs.
Does Directive 8020 support ray tracing?
Official details on ray tracing support will be confirmed closer to launch. Previous Supermassive Games titles have offered optional ray tracing features. We will update this page as soon as more information is available.
How much storage space does Directive 8020 need?
Storage requirements have not been officially confirmed yet. Based on previous Dark Pictures games (which typically required 30-50 GB), expect Directive 8020 to need approximately 50-70 GB of storage space. An SSD is strongly recommended for faster loading times.
Is Directive 8020 available on PS4 or Xbox One?
No. Directive 8020 is only releasing on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). It will not be available on last-generation consoles.