๐ฅ๏ธ Outbound PC System Requirements โ Official Specs & Performance Guide
Outbound releases May 14, 2026 on PC (Steam & Epic Games Store), PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Minimum (1080p / Low Settings / 30fps)
- OS Windows 10 64-bit
- CPU Intel Core i3-10100F / AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- RAM 4 GB RAM
- GPU NVIDIA GTX 1050 / AMD RX 570
- VRAM 4 GB VRAM
- DirectX DirectX 11
- Storage 16 GB (SSD recommended)
- HDD supported but significantly longer load times. OpenGL 4.5 minimum.
Recommended (1080p / High Settings / 60fps)
- OS Windows 11 64-bit
- CPU Intel Core i3-12100F / AMD Ryzen 7 1700
- RAM 8 GB RAM
- GPU NVIDIA RTX 3060 / AMD RX 7600 XT
- VRAM 8 GB VRAM
- DirectX DirectX 12
- Storage 16 GB SSD
- NVMe SSD recommended for fastest load times and open-world streaming.
Ultra (1440pโ4K / Ultra Settings / 60fps+)
- OS Windows 11 64-bit
- CPU Intel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X or better
- RAM 16 GB RAM
- GPU NVIDIA RTX 4070 / AMD RX 7900 GRE or better
- VRAM 12 GB VRAM
- DirectX DirectX 12 Ultimate
- Storage 16 GB NVMe SSD
- Frame generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) available on supported GPUs for higher framerates.
๐ฎ Steam Deck
โ Steam Deck Verified (April 7, 2026)
- Stable 40fps on Medium settings (default)
- ~3โ4 hours per charge
- Full controller support, all UI readable at 7-inch display
- For detailed optimization settings, see the Steam Deck Guide.
๐น๏ธ Consoles
| Platform | FPS | Resolution | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 5 | 60fps | Native 4K / Dynamic 4K | DualSense haptic feedback supported |
| Xbox Series X | 60fps | Native 4K | Xbox Game Pass โ launch day |
| Xbox Series S | 60fps | 1080p/1440p dynamic | |
| Nintendo Switch | 30fps | 720p handheld / 1080p docked | |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | 60fps | 1080p handheld / 4K docked | Enhanced version |
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โ Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum PC requirements for Outbound?
Minimum specs: Windows 10 64-bit, Intel i3-10100F or AMD Ryzen 3 3100, 4 GB RAM, GTX 1050 or RX 570, DirectX 11, 16 GB storage. These target 1080p at Low settings and approximately 30fps.
Is Outbound on Steam Deck?
Yes. Outbound received Steam Deck Verified status on April 7, 2026. It runs at stable 40fps on default Medium settings with approximately 3โ4 hours of battery life per charge.
Does Outbound require an SSD?
An SSD is strongly recommended but not strictly required. The minimum specification lists 16 GB storage (SSD recommended). HDDs are supported but result in significantly longer load times and potential open-world streaming stutters.
What GPU do I need for 1440p in Outbound?
For 1440p at High settings targeting 60fps, an RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6700 XT or better is recommended. For Ultra settings at 1440p, an RTX 4070 or RX 7900 GRE is the benchmark target.
Is Outbound on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes. Outbound is available on Xbox Game Pass from launch day (May 14, 2026). It is also available as a standalone purchase on Xbox Series X|S.
Is Outbound on PS5?
Yes. Outbound releases on PS5 on May 14, 2026, with native 4K at 60fps and DualSense haptic feedback support.