Written by Chen Xi, PC & Console Requirements Specialist at Game Launch Hub
Echoes of Aincrad System Requirements: PC Specs, PS5, Xbox Series X|S Performance Guide
Echoes of Aincrad is Bandai Namco’s newest Sword Art Online action RPG, developed by Game Studio Inc. and set during the original Aincrad arc, letting players create a custom avatar and fight through the early floors of the floating castle. Performance-wise, this is a moderately demanding current-generation title with an unusually rigid PC specification sheet: it requires Windows 11, mandates an SSD, and does not support Steam Deck at launch. The official PC specifications are published on the Echoes of Aincrad Steam page and the Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe retailer page, and I have cross-checked them against Noisy Pixel’s requirements breakdown and RPG Site’s platform specification report.
System Requirements
Bandai Namco has split the PC requirements into four distinct configurations rather than the usual two, each tied to a specific in-game graphics preset and frame rate target. Every tier requires Windows 11, DirectX 12, 8 GB of RAM, an SSD with 30 GB of free space, and a 64-bit processor. There is no HDD fallback listed anywhere on the specification sheet.
Minimum (Windows, 1080p at 30 FPS, Performance Priority)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 3 3300X |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB), AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (8 GB), or Intel Arc A750 (8 GB) |
| VRAM | 6 GB minimum on the NVIDIA card; 8 GB on the AMD and Intel cards |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 30 GB available space on SSD (SSD required, no HDD fallback) |
| Additional Notes | Targets 1080p at 30 fps with the Performance Priority preset. No HDR support. Single-player offline only. |
Source: Echoes of Aincrad Steam page, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe retailer page, and Noisy Pixel. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: This is the lowest configuration Bandai Namco has published, and it targets 1080p at 30 fps on the Performance Priority preset. The Core i5-8400 is a 2017 processor and the GTX 1060 is a 2016 mid-range card, so this is hardware from roughly eight to nine years ago. The 6 GB VRAM floor on the GTX 1060 is the detail that matters most: the 3 GB variant of the same card will not meet this spec. The 8 GB system RAM requirement is modest by 2026 standards, but the SSD requirement has no HDD fallback, which means you must have an SSD installed to run the game at all. There is no HDR support in this game, as confirmed by the Japanese official website and reported by RPG Site.
Minimum (Windows, 1080p at 60 FPS, Performance Priority)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 3 3300X |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB), AMD Radeon RX 5700 (8 GB), or Intel Arc B580 (12 GB) |
| VRAM | 6 GB minimum on the NVIDIA card; 8 GB on the AMD card; 12 GB on the Intel card |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 30 GB available space on SSD (SSD required) |
| Additional Notes | Targets 1080p at 60 fps with the Performance Priority preset. No HDR support. |
Source: Echoes of Aincrad Steam page, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe retailer page, and Noisy Pixel. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: This tier keeps the Performance Priority preset but raises the frame rate target from 30 fps to 60 fps at 1080p. The processor jump from an i5-8400 to an i7-9700K is significant, and the GPU moves from a GTX 1060 to an RTX 2060. The 6 GB VRAM floor remains the same on the NVIDIA side, but the Intel Arc B580 requires 12 GB, which is simply its standard configuration. If you have a gaming PC from the last five to six years with an RTX 2060 and 8 GB of RAM, you meet this tier. The performance priority preset is likely to involve reduced lighting quality, lower shadow resolution, and possibly reduced draw distance compared to the Balanced and Quality presets.
Recommended (Windows, 1080p at 60 FPS, Balanced Preset)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600G |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (8 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12 GB) |
| VRAM | 8 GB on the NVIDIA card; 12 GB on the AMD card |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 30 GB available space on SSD (SSD required) |
| Additional Notes | Targets 1080p at 60 fps with the Balanced preset. No HDR support. |
Source: Echoes of Aincrad Steam page, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe retailer page, and Noisy Pixel. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: This is the first tier to use the Balanced preset rather than Performance Priority, and it targets 1080p at 60 fps. The RTX 2070 is a 2018 upper-mid-range card, and the i7-10700K is a 2020 processor. The 8 GB VRAM on the RTX 2070 is the practical target for 1080p at Balanced settings, and the RX 6700 XT’s 12 GB is more than sufficient. If you have a gaming PC from the last four to five years with an RTX 2060 Super or better and 8 GB of RAM, you will meet this tier comfortably. The Balanced preset is likely to sit between Performance Priority and Quality Priority in terms of visual fidelity, offering a middle ground between frame rate stability and image quality.
Recommended (Windows, 1080p at 60 FPS, Quality Priority)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600G |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (8 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16 GB) |
| VRAM | 8 GB on the NVIDIA card; 16 GB on the AMD card |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 30 GB available space on SSD (SSD required) |
| Additional Notes | Targets 1080p at 60 fps with the Quality Priority preset. No HDR support. |
Source: Echoes of Aincrad Steam page, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe retailer page, and Noisy Pixel. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: This is the highest PC tier Bandai Namco has published, and it targets 1080p at 60 fps with the Quality Priority preset. The RTX 3060 Ti is a 2020 upper-mid-range card, and the RX 6800 is a 2020 flagship. The 8 GB VRAM on the RTX 3060 Ti is the practical target for 1080p at Quality settings, and the RX 6800’s 16 GB is far more than the game needs at this resolution. Note that Bandai Namco has not published a specification for 1440p or 4K gaming on PC, despite the console versions running at 4K. The PC version supports resolutions from 1280 x 720 up to 3840 x 2160 with an unlimited maximum frame rate, according to the Japanese official website as reported by RPG Site, but the published specifications only guarantee 1080p at 60 fps. If you want to play at 1440p or 4K on PC, you will need hardware above the Quality Priority specification, and Bandai Namco has not provided official guidance on what that requires.
A Note on VRAM and System RAM
The 8 GB system RAM requirement is identical across all four PC tiers, which tells you the game’s memory footprint does not scale with graphical settings. This is unusually low for a 2026 action RPG, and it means the game is well-optimised on the memory side. The 6 GB VRAM floor on the minimum tier is the detail that matters most: if you own a 3 GB or 4 GB card from the same era, you will not meet the specification. The 8 GB VRAM on the recommended tiers is the practical target for 1080p at higher settings. You will not be VRAM-limited at 1080p on an 8 GB card. The SSD requirement is universal and has no HDD fallback, which is becoming more common in current-generation titles.
PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest PS5 system software |
| Storage | Not specified on the PlayStation Store listing; PC version requires 30 GB |
| Performance | 3840 x 2160 resolution, 60 fps maximum frame rate |
| Additional Notes | Single-player offline only. No online multiplayer or co-op. No HDR support. PS5 Pro enhancements not confirmed by Bandai Namco. |
Source: RPG Site’s platform specification report, Final Weapon, and the PlayStation Store listing. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The PS5 version targets 3840 x 2160 (4K) at 60 fps, as confirmed by the Japanese official website’s specification table. This is a significant step up from the PC version’s published 1080p target, and it reflects the console’s fixed hardware optimisation. The game is single-player offline only, with no online multiplayer or co-op, and it does not support HDR. Bandai Namco has not confirmed whether the PS5 Pro offers any specific enhancements over the base PS5. If you own a PS5, this version delivers 4K at 60 fps, which is the highest resolution target of any platform for this game.
Xbox Series X|S
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest Xbox system software |
| Storage | Not specified on the Xbox Store listing; PC version requires 30 GB |
| Performance (Series X) | 3840 x 2160 resolution, 60 fps maximum frame rate |
| Performance (Series S) | 2560 x 1440 resolution, 60 fps maximum frame rate |
| Additional Notes | Single-player offline only. 4K Ultra HD on Series X, 60 fps+ confirmed on the Xbox Store. Xbox cloud saves supported. |
Source: RPG Site’s platform specification report, the Xbox Store listing, and InGame.de’s review. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The Xbox Series X targets 3840 x 2160 (4K) at 60 fps, matching the PS5 exactly. The Xbox Series S targets 2560 x 1440 at 60 fps, which is a strong result for Microsoft’s weaker console and a notable step up from the PC minimum’s 1080p target. The Xbox Store listing confirms 4K Ultra HD and 60 fps+ support, along with Xbox cloud saves. InGame.de‘s review, tested on Xbox Series X, noted that while the game runs at 4K and 60 fps, the world is “ruined by invisible walls, non-interactive NPCs, and a bland colour scheme,” and the reviewer found the graphics “okay at best.” This is a design criticism rather than a performance complaint, but it is worth noting that the 4K resolution does not automatically translate to a visually impressive experience.
Nintendo Switch and Switch 2: Not Available
Echoes of Aincrad is not available on Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2. Bandai Namco confirmed the game’s platforms as PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam only. Nintenderos reported the absence of a Nintendo version at the time of announcement, calling it “something strange considering that previous installments did reach these consoles.” AllKeyShop and Keyforsteam.de both confirm that “a release for Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 will not be available at launch.” If you play primarily on Nintendo hardware, you cannot access this game.
Steam Deck: Not Supported
Echoes of Aincrad is not compatible with Steam Deck at launch. Noisy Pixel and MMORPGBR both confirm that Bandai Namco has stated the game will not be compatible with Steam Deck. Steam Deck HQ’s testing of the Steam Next Fest demo found that “the game does not hit 30 FPS in this demo, even when all the settings are turned to the lowest,” and that it “will consistently drop under 30 FPS and stick to the low 20s, getting slightly worse when we’re in combat.” The game’s requirement for Windows 11 and an SSD, combined with its performance on the Steam Deck hardware, means this is not a viable handheld experience. If you own a Steam Deck and want to play Echoes of Aincrad, you cannot at launch.
macOS and Linux: Not Available
Echoes of Aincrad is a Windows 11-only release on PC. There is no macOS or native Linux version available. The Steam page lists Windows 11 as the only supported operating system, and the game requires DirectX 12 and an SSD. Linux users cannot play this game, and there is no Proton compatibility path due to the game’s performance issues on Steam Deck.
Final Verdict: Can Your Setup Run Echoes of Aincrad?
Echoes of Aincrad has a higher hardware floor than most anime action RPGs. The 6 GB VRAM minimum on the GTX 1060 rules out 3 GB and 4 GB cards from the same era. The Windows 11 requirement excludes anyone still running Windows 10. The SSD requirement has no HDD fallback. And the Steam Deck is not supported at launch. If you have a gaming PC from the last six to seven years with a 6 GB GPU and 8 GB of RAM, you can run the game at 1080p and 30 fps on the Performance Priority preset. If you have an RTX 2070 or better and 8 GB of RAM, you meet the Balanced preset at 1080p and 60 fps. The Quality Priority preset asks for an RTX 3060 Ti.
The 8 GB RAM requirement is the same across all four tiers, which is unusually low for a 2026 action RPG and suggests the game is well-optimised on the memory side. The 30 GB install size is modest. Bandai Namco has not published PC specifications for 1440p or 4K gaming, despite the console versions running at 4K and 60 fps. If you want to play above 1080p on PC, you will need hardware above the Quality Priority specification, and there is no official guidance on what that requires.
On console, the PS5 and Xbox Series X both target 4K at 60 fps, and the Xbox Series S targets 1440p at 60 fps. These are strong results for current-generation hardware. However, the game is single-player offline only, with no online multiplayer or co-op and no HDR support. There is no Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 version, and Steam Deck is not supported. If you own a PS5 or Xbox Series X, those are the best ways to experience Echoes of Aincrad at its highest resolution. If you own a gaming PC from the last five to six years with an RTX 2060 or better, you meet the recommended tier for 1080p at 60 fps.
Specs and performance may be revised by Bandai Namco in future patches, and the developer has already released multiple updates since launch. This article reflects the Steam store page, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe retailer page, Noisy Pixel’s system requirements breakdown, RPG Site’s platform specification report, Final Weapon, Steam Deck HQ’s demo testing, InGame.de‘s Xbox Series X review, and verified outlet reports as of 19 September 2026. Chen Xi verifies all specifications by checking official store pages and dating each table; no numbers in this article are estimated or inferred.