Written by Chen Xi, PC & Console Requirements Specialist at Game Launch Hub
Myst (PS5) System Requirements: File Size, Performance Modes, PS VR2 & PS5 Pro Guide
Myst on PlayStation 5 is a port of Cyan Worlds’ 2021 Unreal Engine remake, arriving on 19 May 2026 alongside the remake of its sequel, Riven, for $34.99 each. This is a fully 3D free-roaming version of the 1993 classic, rebuilt from the ground up with new art, new audio, redesigned interactions, and an optional puzzle randomisation setting, and it is the first time the game has been fully localised into multiple languages including German, French, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and both Simplified and Traditional Chinese. Because this is a PlayStation 5 release rather than a PC game, there are no traditional processor, RAM, or graphics card requirements to report. What matters for a buyer instead is the file size, the performance modes, the PS VR2 support, and the PS5 Pro enhancements you should understand before purchasing.
System Requirements
PlayStation 5
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Platform | PlayStation 5 (PS5 Pro Enhanced) |
| Firmware | Latest PS5 system software |
| Storage Required | 14.54 GB (PSPrices final listing; Deku Deals reports 14.413 GB) |
| Performance Mode | 60 fps with screen-space reflections, dynamic resolution scaling, and better base render resolution |
| Ray Tracing Mode | 30 fps locked with ray-traced reflections enabled |
| Power Saver Mode | Supported. Decreases base resolution and locks frame rate to 30 fps to reduce energy consumption |
| HDR | Supported on compatible displays |
| 4K Output | Supported |
| PS VR2 | Optional. Supports sitting, standing, and roomscale play styles. PS VR2 Sense controllers optional, with optional haptic feedback |
| DualSense | Vibration function supported |
| Number of Players | 1 (single-player only) |
| Additional Notes | PS5 Pro Enhanced with better view distance, foliage, textures, post-processing, and shading in flatscreen mode. Ray tracing is limited to flatscreen mode only. Multi-language support added for the first time in series history. |
Source: PlayStation Store listing for Myst, PlayStation Blog announcement, Cyan’s official PS5 feature list, PSPrices file size data, and Deku Deals. Last verified: 29 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The 14.54 GB download size is the most important practical number here, and it is notably larger than the 1.2 GB of the original PlayStation 1 version that remains available on PS5 through the PlayStation Plus Premium Classics Catalog. That difference reflects the 2021 remake’s fully 3D environments, remastered audio, and high-resolution textures. The Performance Mode targets 60 fps with screen-space reflections and dynamic resolution scaling, while enabling Ray Tracing Mode locks the frame rate to 30 fps and limits the feature to flatscreen play only, with no ray tracing in VR. The Power Saver Mode is a new addition for this release, reducing base resolution and capping the frame rate at 30 fps to lower energy consumption, which is a feature more games have been adding on PS5.
The PS5 Pro enhancements are meaningful rather than cosmetic. Cyan has confirmed that the PS5 Pro version delivers better view distance, foliage density, textures, post-processing, and shading in flatscreen mode, and higher base render resolution in VR mode. The games use tweaked implementations of Unreal Engine’s TSR upscaling on both PS5 Pro and base PS5, which allows the image to be reconstructed at a higher quality than a simple upscale would achieve.
PlayStation VR2
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Platform | PlayStation VR2 (optional, separate hardware) |
| Play Styles | Sitting, standing, and roomscale |
| Controllers | PS VR2 Sense controllers optional |
| Haptics | PS VR2 Sense controller vibration optional |
| Ray Tracing | Not supported in VR mode |
| Additional Notes | A separate PS VR2 headset is required to play in VR. The flatscreen and VR versions are included in the same purchase. The PS5 Pro version has a higher base render resolution in VR than the base PS5. |
Source: PlayStation Store listing for Myst, Cyan’s official PS5 feature list, and Road to VR’s launch coverage. Last verified: 29 September 2026.
What this means in practice: Myst supports PS VR2 at launch, which is a significant inclusion for players who own Sony’s headset. The game supports sitting, standing, and roomscale play styles, and the PS VR2 Sense controllers are optional, meaning you can play with a standard DualSense controller if you prefer. Ray tracing is not available in VR mode, so you are limited to the flatscreen version if you want the ray-traced reflections. The PS5 Pro version has a higher base render resolution in VR than the base PS5, which should translate to a noticeably sharper image inside the headset. The VR and flatscreen versions are included in the same purchase, so you can switch between them freely.
PlayStation 4
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Platform | PlayStation 4 (playable on PS5 via backward compatibility) |
| Firmware | Latest PS4 system software |
| Storage Required | Not specified separately; the PS5 version requires 14.54 GB |
| Performance | Specific resolution and frame rate targets not published by Cyan Worlds |
| Additional Notes | The PS4 version is listed on the PlayStation Store alongside the PS5 version. It is a separate build and does not include the PS5 Pro enhancements, ray tracing, or PS VR2 support. |
Source: PlayStation Store listing for Myst and PlayStation Universe’s launch coverage. Last verified: 29 September 2026.
What this means in practice: A PS4 version is also available and is listed on the PlayStation Store alongside the PS5 version. Cyan Worlds has not published separate performance targets for the PS4, and the PS4 build does not include the PS5 Pro enhancements, ray-traced reflections, or PS VR2 support. If you own a PS4 and plan to play on that hardware, the experience will be the base version without the current-generation visual upgrades. If you own a PS5, the PS5 version is the one to buy.
Xbox Series X|S and Microsoft Store
Riven’s Xbox version incorporates the improvements originally introduced in the Myst remake, and Myst was already available on Xbox before this PS5 release. The Xbox version supports Xbox Play Anywhere, ray-traced reflections, Performance Mode, 4K resolution, and HDR on compatible displays. If you own both a PS5 and an Xbox Series X|S, the feature sets are broadly comparable, though the PS5 version adds PS VR2 support that the Xbox version does not have.
PC, Mac, and Steam Deck
The 2021 Myst remake that this PS5 version is based on was previously released on Windows PC and Mac through Steam and GOG, and it is verified for use with the Steam Deck. The PC version has received extensive post-launch support, including Patch 3.2.4 in February 2026 which added auto-detect support for better default graphics settings on OLED Steam Decks and improved LODs on console platforms. If you own a Steam Deck, the PC version is a separate purchase from the PS5 version, but it is well-supported and runs natively.
What the PS5 Version Does Not Include
Myst on PS5 is a single-player experience only, with no multiplayer or online functionality. There is no co-op, no competitive mode, and no online component. The game is a faithful remake of the original, with the same puzzles and the same core structure, though the optional puzzle randomisation setting allows you to shuffle some solutions for a fresh challenge on repeat playthroughs. The live-action cutscenes from the 1993 original have been replaced with 3D models, though a “classic” mode is available that restores the original FMV videos from the 1993 PC game and the 2000 realMyst remake.
A Note on the PS5 Version’s Console-Specific Quirks
The PS5 version has some interface quirks that reviewers have flagged. Rocket Chainsaw’s review noted that “interacting with these puzzles can sometimes present a problem on console, as they can have different button assignments for things like rotations” and that the game’s control guide at the top of the screen “is unfortunately placed as it sometimes blocks the very puzzle you’re trying to solve, like the clocktower puzzle.” Gameswelt’s review praised the technical adaptation to modern standards, noting that “the controls work flawlessly, occasionally a little fiddly, whether with gamepad or in VR.” These are minor issues rather than dealbreakers, but they are worth knowing about if you have not played a Myst remake on console before.
Price and Current Discounts
Myst on PS5 is priced at $34.99** at full price. A **20 percent launch discount** for PlayStation Plus subscribers brought the price to **$27.99 through 26 May 2026, and the game reached a low of $23.99 during a July 2026 sale. If you are not a PS Plus subscriber, you can still find discounted PSN cards through third-party retailers to reduce the effective price.
Final Verdict: Should You Buy Myst on PS5?
Myst on PS5 is the definitive console version of Cyan Worlds’ 2021 remake, and it is the best way to play the game on modern PlayStation hardware. The 14.54 GB file size is moderate, the Performance Mode delivers a smooth 60 fps, and the Ray Tracing Mode offers noticeably sharper reflections at the cost of halving the frame rate to 30 fps. The PS5 Pro enhancements are worthwhile if you own the upgraded console, with better view distance, foliage, and textures in flatscreen mode, and a higher base render resolution in VR. The PS VR2 support is a genuine value point for headset owners, and the Power Saver Mode is a welcome addition for players who want to reduce energy consumption.
If you own a PS5 and a PS VR2 headset, this is an easy recommendation: you get both flatscreen and VR versions in one purchase, and the PS5 Pro version is the best-looking way to experience the game. If you own a base PS5, the game still runs well, and the TSR upscaling keeps the image clean. If you own a Steam Deck, the PC version is a separate purchase, but it is well-supported and Verified. If you own an Xbox Series X|S, the Xbox version has a comparable feature set minus VR support.
The main caveat is the console interface quirks that reviewers have flagged, particularly around puzzle interaction and the persistent control guide. These are minor and do not detract from the core experience, which remains one of the most influential adventure games ever made. Myst holds a Metacritic score of 81 on PS5, and reviewers have consistently praised the remake as a faithful and beautifully presented update of a classic.
Requirements and performance details may change with future system updates or patches, and the game has already received multiple post-launch updates on other platforms. This article reflects the PlayStation Store listing, PlayStation Blog announcement, Cyan’s official PS5 feature list, PSPrices file size data, Deku Deals, Rocket Chainsaw’s review, Gameswelt’s review, Road to VR’s launch coverage, PlayStation Universe’s launch coverage, and verified outlet reports as of 29 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.