Written by Chen Xi, PC & Console Requirements Specialist at Game Launch Hub
Luna Abyss System Requirements: PC Specs, PS5, Xbox Series X|S & Steam Deck Performance Guide
Luna Abyss is a first-person bullet-hell action-adventure from Kwalee Labs, the studio formerly known as Bonsai Collective, and it launched on 21 May 2026 for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, priced at $29.99 / £24.99. It is available day one on Xbox Game Pass and supports Xbox Cloud Gaming. Performance-wise, this is a lightweight Unreal Engine 4 title with an unusually strict operating system requirement on PC: Windows 11 is mandatory at both tiers, with no Windows 10 fallback listed. The game carries a Steam Deck Verified badge and runs at a stable 60 fps on PC with modest hardware, though the PS5 version has documented freezing issues.
System Requirements
Minimum (Windows)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8600K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 580 |
| VRAM | 6 GB on the NVIDIA card; 8 GB on the AMD card |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 15 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system. Steam Deck Verified. Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Cloud Gaming supported. |
Source: Steam store page for Luna Abyss, Steam Support page, and MMO13. Last verified: 2 October 2026.
What this means in practice: The minimum tier targets 1080p at 60 fps on low-to-medium settings, though Kwalee Labs does not specify a frame rate target on the Steam page. The Core i5-8600K 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 is the detail that matters most: the 3 GB variant of the GTX 1060 will not meet this specification. The 8 GB system RAM floor is standard for modern PCs, and the 15 GB install size is moderate for an Unreal Engine 4 title. The Windows 11 requirement is non-negotiable, with no Windows 10 fallback listed. If you have a gaming PC from the last five to six years with a 6 GB GPU and 8 GB of RAM, you will clear this bar comfortably. Wccftech’s testing on an RTX 2060 with a Ryzen 5 3600 and 16 GB of RAM found the game had “practically no performance issues whatsoever,” and Digital Citizen’s review confirmed the game ran at “a smooth 60 FPS at 1440p on High settings without upscaling” on the same hardware.
Recommended (Windows)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-10600K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 590 |
| VRAM | Not listed separately; the GTX 1660 ships with 6 GB, the RX 590 with 8 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 15 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system. |
Source: Steam store page for Luna Abyss, Steam Support page, and FHYX. Last verified: 2 October 2026.
What this means in practice: The recommended tier targets 1080p or 1440p at 60 fps on high settings. The i5-10600K is a 2020 processor and the GTX 1660 is a 2019 mid-range card. The 8 GB RAM requirement is identical to the minimum, which confirms the game’s memory footprint does not scale meaningfully with graphical settings. The GTX 1660’s 6 GB VRAM is the practical target for high settings, though the game is not texture-heavy enough to push beyond that. If you have a gaming PC from the last four to five years with a mid-range GPU and 8 GB of RAM, you will meet this tier comfortably.
A Note on VRAM and System RAM
The 6 GB VRAM minimum on the NVIDIA card is the hard GPU threshold: the 3 GB variant of the GTX 1060 will not meet this specification. Luna Abyss is a first-person bullet-hell shooter with stylised industrial environments and volumetric fog effects, but it is not a texture-heavy or geometry-intensive title. The 8 GB system RAM requirement is identical at both tiers, which means the game’s memory footprint is fixed regardless of settings. Do not upgrade your GPU beyond a GTX 1660 for this game. The game’s Unreal Engine 4 foundation and modest asset load mean you will not encounter VRAM bottlenecks at 1440p on a 6 GB card.
PC Performance Reality: Read Before Buying
The official specifications describe a modest hardware target, and independent testing confirms the game runs well on PC. Wccftech’s review stated that “the cherry on top of everything that Luna Abyss does is the fact that it has practically no performance issues whatsoever” on their RTX 2060 test system. Digital Citizen confirmed 60 fps at 1440p on High settings without upscaling on the same hardware. Mezha’s Ukrainian review praised the game as “one of the best shooters of 2026.” Unlike the PS5 version, which has documented technical issues, the PC version is a stable and well-optimised experience.
PlayStation 5
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest PS5 system software |
| Storage | 7 GB (digital download, per Rectify Gaming’s review) |
| Performance | 60 fps target. Periodic freezing issue: every 20 to 30 minutes, the screen locks up for around five seconds with a “loading” indicator, suggesting the engine is hitching while loading assets. This can happen mid-combat, mid-traversal, or while walking through corridors. Hard crashes occurred “a handful of times,” half of which were in the middle of a boss fight. |
| Additional Notes | Single player. Offline play enabled. DualSense vibration supported, but adaptive triggers and finer haptics are not used. Automatic aim assist on controller. Physical Adrift Edition from Microids launched 27 August 2026 with mini concept artbook and digital soundtrack. |
Source: Rectify Gaming’s PS5 review, Yahoo Tech’s PS5 review, and Microids’ official Adrift Edition announcement. Last verified: 2 October 2026.
What this means in practice: The PS5 version has documented technical issues that you should know about before buying. Rectify Gaming’s review reported a periodic freezing issue where “every 20 to 30 minutes or so, the screen locks up for around five seconds and a ‘loading’ indicator appears, suggesting the engine is hitching while loading assets.” The reviewer also experienced hard crashes “a handful of times, half of which were in the middle of a boss fight.” The good news is that the game only takes up 7 GB on your console and loads in around 11 seconds. The DualSense controller’s vibration feature is supported, but adaptive triggers and finer haptics are not used. A physical Adrift Edition from Microids launched on 27 August 2026, including a mini concept artbook and digital soundtrack. If you own a PS5, the game is playable, but the freezing and crash issues are a notable compromise. Push Square’s review noted “no discernible difference” between the base PS5 and PS5 Pro versions, so the PS5 Pro does not address these issues.
PlayStation 5 Pro
Luna Abyss does not have specific PS5 Pro enhancements. Push Square’s review tested the game on both the base PS5 and PS5 Pro and found “no discernible difference between the two.” If you own a PS5 Pro, you are getting the same experience as a base PS5 owner, including the periodic freezing and crash issues.
Xbox Series X|S
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest Xbox system software |
| Storage | Not specified on the Xbox Store listing; PS5 version requires 7 GB |
| Performance (Series X) | 60 fps, described as “smooth” with “no issues at all” by Backloggd user reviews. HowLongToBeat’s review summary noted “exemplary optimisation guaranteeing irreproachable frame rates, indispensable for dodging the innumerable projectiles.” |
| Performance (Series S) | Satisfactory performance with “some performance problems, but nothing that significantly hindered the experience,” per Metacritic user reviews. |
| Additional Notes | Xbox Game Pass available. Xbox Cloud Gaming supported. Xbox Play Anywhere supported. Single player. Xbox achievements and cloud saves. |
Source: the Xbox Store listing, Backloggd user reviews, HowLongToBeat’s review summary, and Metacritic user reviews. Last verified: 2 October 2026.
What this means in practice: The Xbox Series X version runs smoothly at 60 fps with what Backloggd users described as “no issues at all.” HowLongToBeat’s review summary praised the game’s “exemplary optimisation guaranteeing irreproachable frame rates, indispensable for dodging the innumerable projectiles.” The Xbox Series S version has “some performance problems, but nothing that significantly hindered the experience,” according to Metacritic user reviews. Notably, the Xbox version does not appear to have the same periodic freezing and crash issues reported on PS5, making it a more stable console option. The game is available on Xbox Game Pass, making it a low-risk option for subscribers, and supports Xbox Play Anywhere and Xbox Cloud Gaming. If you own an Xbox Series X, this is the best console version.
Nintendo Switch 2: Not Available
Luna Abyss has no Nintendo Switch or Switch 2 version. IGN’s release coverage confirms the platforms as “PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Cloud, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox on PC)” only. Game8’s release page confirms the game launched for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. If you play primarily on Nintendo hardware, you cannot access Luna Abyss.
Steam Deck
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Verified (Valve’s highest rating). Confirmed by Steam Deck HQ’s Verified/Playable round-up, CheckMyDeck, and Steambase. |
| Performance | Runs natively on SteamOS. The game’s default configuration performs well on Steam Deck. Expreview’s launch coverage confirmed the game “has passed Steam Deck verification, bringing perfect adaptation to the handheld.” |
| Additional Notes | The game does not default to external Bluetooth or USB controllers on Deck and may require manually switching the active controller via the Quick Access Menu. The 15 GB install size is manageable. |
Source: Steam Deck HQ’s Verified/Playable round-up, CheckMyDeck’s Steam Deck compatibility page, Steambase, and Expreview’s launch coverage. Last verified: 2 October 2026.
What this means in practice: Luna Abyss carries a Steam Deck Verified badge, Valve’s highest compatibility rating, awarded in the 5/18/26 to 5/24/26 verification period. CheckMyDeck confirms: “Valve’s testing indicates that Luna Abyss is verified on Steam Deck. This game is fully functional on Steam Deck, and works great with the built-in controls and display.” The game does not default to external Bluetooth or USB controllers on Deck and may require manually switching the active controller via the Quick Access Menu, which is a common minor quirk for Verified titles. The 15 GB install size is manageable, and the game runs natively on SteamOS. If you own a Steam Deck and enjoy fast-paced shooters, this is an easy recommendation.
macOS and Linux
Steambase’s platform data lists Windows, Mac, Linux, and Steam Deck (Verified) as supported systems for Luna Abyss. However, the official Steam store page lists Windows 11 64-bit only, and Kwalee Labs has not published separate macOS or Linux specifications. I am treating macOS and Linux as listed by third-party trackers but not confirmed by the developer. Steam Deck users play through SteamOS, and the Verified badge confirms that this compatibility layer works seamlessly. Desktop Linux users can attempt to run the game through Proton, though this is not officially supported.
Price, Editions, and Content
Luna Abyss is priced at $29.99 / £24.99 / S$28.70 on Steam, with a 10 percent Deluxe Edition available for S$28.70** that includes the base game and additional digital content. The game was on sale for **$23.99 during the launch period through 28 May 2026. It supports 12 languages, including English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. The game is a single-player experience with four weapons to unlock (a laser rifle, shield-breaker shotgun, sniper rifle, and rocket launcher), four difficulty settings including a Story mode with invulnerability and auto-completion of platforming sections, and a runtime of roughly 6 to 12 hours depending on play style. A physical Adrift Edition for PS5 launched on 27 August 2026 from Microids, including a mini concept artbook and digital soundtrack.
Reception and Review Scores
Luna Abyss holds a “Very Positive” rating on Steam with a Steambase Player Score of 83 to 87 out of 100 from 904 to 887 total reviews, according to Steambase’s review data. The game holds a Metacritic score of 80 on PC and 81 on PS5. Wccftech described it as “an unmissable game for fans of single-player shooters,” praising the “standout level and environment design” and “tight movement mechanics.” KeenGamer called it “a thrilling first-person bullet hell with excellent platforming, satisfying combat, and a tight runtime that never overstays its welcome.” Yahoo Tech’s PS5 review described it as “a lean indie Doom Eternal with a Yoko Taro feel to its world design.” The most consistent criticism is the platforming controls, which Yahoo Tech noted “relies on contextual buttons and has a slight lag to it, just enough of a delay to make precise jumps feel a bit frustrating.” Push Square praised the game as “a stylish, chaotic but flawed bullet hell shooter,” while Creative Bloq described it as “a bold first-person bullet hell with great atmosphere and combat ideas, but let down by clunky platforming.”
Final Verdict: Can Your PC Run Luna Abyss?
Yes, almost certainly. Luna Abyss is an accessible Unreal Engine 4 title with a modest hardware floor. The minimum spec asks for a Core i5-8600K, 8 GB of RAM, and a GTX 1060 6GB, which is hardware from 2016-2017. The 6 GB VRAM floor is the hard GPU threshold: the 3 GB variant of the GTX 1060 will not meet the specification. The 15 GB install size is moderate, and there is no SSD requirement. If you have a gaming PC from the last five to six years with a 6 GB GPU and 8 GB of RAM, you can run this game at 1080p and 60 fps without difficulty.
The recommended tier asks for an i5-10600K, 8 GB of RAM, and a GTX 1660, which is still modest by modern standards. The 8 GB RAM requirement is identical at both tiers, which confirms the game’s memory footprint is fixed. Do not upgrade your hardware beyond the recommended tier for this game. Wccftech’s testing found “practically no performance issues whatsoever” on an RTX 2060, and Digital Citizen confirmed 60 fps at 1440p on High settings without upscaling on the same hardware.
On console, the Xbox Series X version is the best-performing console option, running smoothly at 60 fps with no reported freezing issues. The PS5 version has documented periodic freezing every 20 to 30 minutes and hard crashes, making it the weaker console option despite the game’s lower price point on PlayStation. There is no Nintendo Switch 2 version. On Steam Deck, the game is Verified and runs natively on SteamOS with full controller support and legible text. The game is available on Xbox Game Pass, making the Xbox and PC versions a low-risk option for subscribers. There is no confirmed macOS or Linux version on the official Steam page.
Specs and performance may be revised by Kwalee Labs in future patches. This article reflects the Steam store page, Steam Support page, Xbox Store listing, Microids’ official Adrift Edition announcement, Wccftech’s review, Yahoo Tech’s PS5 review, KeenGamer’s PS5 review, Rectify Gaming’s PS5 review, Push Square’s PS5 review, Digital Citizen’s PC review, Mezha’s Ukrainian review, Steam Deck HQ’s Verified/Playable round-up, CheckMyDeck’s Steam Deck compatibility page, Steambase’s review data, Expreview’s launch coverage, MMO13, FHYX, and verified outlet reports as of 2 October 2026. Chen Xi verifies all specifications by checking official store pages and dating each table; no numbers in this article are estimated or inferred.