Written by Chen Xi, PC & Console Requirements Specialist at Game Launch Hub
Kusan: City of Wolves System Requirements: PC Specs, PS5, Xbox & Switch Performance Guide
Kusan: City of Wolves is a hardcore top-down shooter from South Korean developer CIRCLEfromDOT and publisher PQube, built around one-hit-kill combat, comic-panel cutscenes, and a Korean hip-hop soundtrack. Performance-wise, this is an exceptionally lightweight title: the official PC minimum asks for a GTX 660 from 2012, and the game supports everything from the original Nintendo Switch to Xbox Cloud Gaming. It launched on 30 July 2026 simultaneously for PC via Steam, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2, with physical editions available for PS5 and Switch.
System Requirements
Minimum (Windows)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 (2 GB) or AMD Radeon R9 270X (2 GB) |
| VRAM | 2 GB |
| DirectX | Not specified on the Steam page |
| Storage | 3 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Targets 1080p at 60 FPS. Full controller support. Steam Deck Verified. |
Source: Kusan: City of Wolves Steam store page and SteamDB. Last verified: 22 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The minimum tier explicitly targets 1080p at 60 fps, as stated directly on the Steam page. The Core i5-6600 is a 2015 processor and the GTX 660 is a 2012 mid-range card. This is hardware from roughly eleven to fourteen years ago, and any gaming PC built in the last decade will clear it comfortably. The 2 GB VRAM requirement is tiny and reflects the game’s pixel-art top-down perspective. You will not be VRAM-limited at 1080p. The 8 GB system RAM floor is standard for modern PCs, and the 3 GB install size is one of the smallest of any 2026 release. If you own a desktop or laptop with a dedicated GPU built in the last ten to twelve years, you will run Kusan without issue.
Recommended (Windows)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 (4 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 590 (8 GB) |
| VRAM | 4 GB on the GTX 970; 8 GB on the RX 590 |
| DirectX | Not specified on the Steam page |
| Storage | 3 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Targets 2160p at 60 FPS. |
Source: Kusan: City of Wolves Steam store page and SteamDB. Last verified: 22 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The recommended tier targets 2160p (4K) at 60 fps, which is a notably ambitious resolution target for a game with such low minimum requirements. The i5-8400 is a 2017 processor and the GTX 970 is a 2014 upper-mid-range card. The jump from 8 GB to 16 GB of RAM is the most meaningful change between tiers, and it reflects the game’s memory footprint growing as more enemies, particle effects, and comic-panel cutscenes are loaded simultaneously. The 4 GB VRAM on the GTX 970 is the practical target for 4K rendering. If you have a gaming PC from the last five to six years with a mid-range GPU and 16 GB of RAM, you will meet this tier comfortably.
A Note on VRAM and System RAM
Kusan is a 2D pixel-art top-down shooter with sprite-based enemies, static level geometry, and comic-panel cutscenes. The 2 GB VRAM minimum is tiny and reflects the game’s low-resolution textures and minimal asset load. The 4 GB VRAM on the recommended GTX 970 is more than sufficient for 4K rendering in a game with this visual style. You will not encounter texture streaming issues or VRAM bottlenecks at any resolution. The 8 GB system RAM minimum is the more relevant constraint, and it reflects the game’s memory footprint holding multiple arena layouts, enemy AI states, and the upgrade system in memory simultaneously. Do not upgrade your GPU beyond a GTX 970 for this game. If you have 16 GB of RAM and a graphics card from the last decade, you are covered.
A Note on Conflicting Specification Listings
Some regional Steam listings for Kusan show an older, lower specification with Windows 7 as the operating system, an Intel Core 2 Duo E5200 processor, 4 GB of RAM, a GeForce 9800GTX+ (1 GB) GPU, and 2 GB of storage. The current English and Indonesian Steam listings, which I have used above, show the updated figures. The older specifications appear to be from an earlier build of the game and have not been removed from every regional storefront. The developer has not published a formal statement on the discrepancy. I am using the current listing because it reflects the shipping version of the game.
PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest PS5 system software |
| Storage | Not specified on the PlayStation Store listing; PC version requires 3 GB |
| Performance | 60 fps target. A 120Hz mode is supported and “felt stable without noticeable stutter” according to Gamereactor Netherlands. |
| PS5 Pro Enhanced | Yes, confirmed. Push Square reviewed on PS5 Pro. |
| Additional Notes | DualSense vibration supported. Single player. Offline play enabled. |
Source: Gamereactor Netherlands, Push Square’s PS5 Pro review, and VideoGameLizard’s PS5 review. Last verified: 22 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The PS5 version runs at 60 fps and supports a 120Hz mode, which Gamereactor Netherlands tested and described as “stable without noticeable stutter.” Push Square reviewed the game on PS5 Pro and confirmed the enhanced tag. VideoGameLizard’s review, played on PS5, did not report any frame rate drops or technical issues. The game is a single-player experience with offline play enabled. Given the game’s extremely low PC requirements and the PS5’s hardware, you should expect a flawless 60 fps or 120 fps experience at 1080p or higher. If you own a PS5, this version performs impeccably.
Xbox Series X|S
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest Xbox system software |
| Storage | Not specified on the Xbox Store listing; PC version requires 3 GB |
| Performance | 4K Ultra HD, 60 fps+, Spatial Sound, **Optimised for Xbox Series XS** |
| Additional Notes | Xbox achievements and cloud saves supported. Xbox Cloud Gaming compatible. Single player. |
Source: Xbox Store listing, Consoles Mag’s Xbox Series X review, and XPN Network’s Xbox review. Last verified: 22 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The Xbox Store listing confirms 4K Ultra HD, 60 fps+, Spatial Sound, and Optimisation for Xbox Series X|S. Consoles Mag’s Xbox Series X review stated “we did not encounter a single problem during our playthrough” and described the game as “d’une fluidité impeccable” (impeccably fluid). XPN Network’s review rated the game 4 out of 5 and noted that on Xbox Series X|S “every punch, parry, and knife throw lands with a satisfying thud.” The Xbox Cloud Gaming compatibility means you can stream the game without installing it. If you own an Xbox Series X or Series S, the game runs without any performance concerns.
Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest Nintendo Switch system software |
| Storage | Not specified on the Nintendo eShop listing; PC version requires 3 GB |
| Performance (Switch 2) | “Broadly good” performance with “strange small stutters” during screen scrolling in larger rooms, according to ntower’s Switch 2 review |
| Performance (Switch) | “Generally reliable” performance with “occasional frame rate dips during particularly intense battles,” according to On S’la Joue’s Switch review |
| Additional Notes | TV, Tabletop, and Handheld modes supported. Physical edition available for Nintendo Switch. |
Source: ntower’s Switch 2 review, On S’la Joue’s Switch review, Hackinformer’s Switch review, and Nintendo Life’s eShop listing. Last verified: 22 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The Switch versions are the most compromised platform for this game. On S’la Joue’s Switch review reported that “most of the campaign runs smoothly, although I encountered occasional frame rate dips during particularly intense battles filled with enemies, explosions, and particle effects,” though these moments were “brief and never” game-breaking. ntower’s Switch 2 review found performance “broadly good” but noted “strange small stutters” when scrolling the screen in larger rooms. Hackinformer’s review praised the Switch version’s suitability for “short stages and frequent retries” but did not report specific frame rate targets. Given the game’s low PC requirements and the Switch’s hardware, both versions are playable, but neither delivers the flawless 60 fps experience available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or PC.
Steam Deck
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Verified (Valve’s highest rating) |
| Performance | 55-60 fps; Steam Deck HQ found setting the frame rate to 55 FPS kept gameplay smooth |
| Additional Notes | All functionality accessible with default controller configuration; in-game text is legible; controller icons match the Deck’s layout. |
Source: Steam Deck HQ’s performance review and tuxDB’s Steam Deck listing. Last verified: 22 September 2026.
What this means in practice: Kusan carries a Steam Deck Verified badge, Valve’s highest compatibility rating. Steam Deck HQ’s dedicated performance review described the game’s performance on the Deck as “the most surprising thing” about it, noting that while there may still be some drops, “I did not feel them as much by setting the framerate to 55 FPS. This kept the gameplay smooth.” The reviewer added that “Kusan is an experience that I would say requires 60 FPS, but 55 feels extremely close, and I would still consider it playable.” tuxDB confirms that “all functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration,” “the game shows Steam Deck controller icons,” and “in-game text is legible on Steam Deck.” The 3 GB install size means it takes up almost no storage space. If you own a Steam Deck and enjoy challenging action games, this is an easy recommendation.
macOS and Linux: Not Available
Kusan: City of Wolves is a Windows-only release on PC. There is no macOS or native Linux version available. Steam Deck users play through SteamOS, and the Verified badge confirms that this compatibility layer works seamlessly.
Final Verdict: Can Your Setup Run Kusan: City of Wolves?
Yes, almost certainly. Kusan: City of Wolves is one of the least demanding games of 2026. The minimum spec asks for a Core i5-6600, 8 GB of RAM, and a GTX 660 with 2 GB of VRAM, which is hardware from 2012-2015. The 3 GB install size is tiny, and there is no SSD requirement. If you own a gaming PC built in the last decade with any dedicated GPU and 8 GB of RAM, you can run Kusan at 1080p and 60 fps without difficulty. The recommended tier asks for an i5-8400, 16 GB of RAM, and a GTX 970, which is still modest by modern standards, and it targets 4K at 60 fps.
The conflicting specification listings across regional Steam storefronts are a minor annoyance rather than a practical concern. The current English and Indonesian listings show the updated figures, and the older specifications from earlier builds are not relevant to the shipping version of the game. If you own a PC that meets the current minimum, you are covered.
On console, the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions both target 60 fps, with the PS5 supporting a 120Hz mode and the Xbox supporting 4K Ultra HD and Spatial Sound. The Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 versions are playable but suffer from occasional frame rate dips during intense battles. The game is a single-player experience with no online multiplayer or co-op. On Steam Deck, the game is Verified and runs at 55-60 fps, making it an excellent portable option. There is no macOS version and no native Linux version.
Specs and performance may be revised by CIRCLEfromDOT in future patches. This article reflects the Steam store page, SteamDB, Steam Deck HQ, tuxDB, Push Square, Gamereactor Netherlands, Consoles Mag, XPN Network, ntower, On S’la Joue, Hackinformer, the Xbox Store listing, and verified outlet reports as of 22 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.