Official specs from Steam
The Ascent system requirements
Minimum and recommended PC specs as listed by the developer on Steam.
Minimum
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 x64 |
| Processor | Intel Core Intel Core i5-3470 (4 * 3200) or equivalent / AMD FX-8350 (4 * 4000) or equivalent |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 660 ( 2048 MB) / Radeon R9 390X (8192 MB) |
| Storage | 35 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Minimum Specification listed above allows gameplay experience close to 30 FPS on average while using 1080p resolution and lowest settings |
Recommended
| Note | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 x64 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-6700K (4 * 4000) or equivalent / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 (6 * 3400) or equivalent |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Geforce GTX 1070 (8192 MB) / Radeon RX 5700 (8192 MB) |
| Storage | 35 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | The Recommended Specification listed below allows gameplay experience close to 60 FPS on average while using 1080p resolution and overall “High” settings: |
FAQ
What graphics card do I need for The Ascent?
Minimum: GeForce GTX 660 ( 2048 MB) / Radeon R9 390X (8192 MB). Recommended: Geforce GTX 1070 (8192 MB) / Radeon RX 5700 (8192 MB).
How much RAM does The Ascent need?
The Ascent needs 8 GB RAM at minimum, 16 GB RAM recommended.
How big is The Ascent?
The Ascent requires 35 GB available space.
Does The Ascent run on Mac or Steam Deck/Linux?
There is no native macOS version. There is no native Linux build (Proton compatibility may vary).