Written by Chen Xi, PC & Console Requirements Specialist at Game Launch Hub
Serious Sam: Shatterverse System Requirements: PC Specs, PS5, Xbox Series X|S & Steam Deck Performance Guide
Serious Sam: Shatterverse is a 1 to 5 player co-op roguelite first-person shooter from Behaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight, published by Devolver Digital. It is a spin-off rather than a mainline entry: instead of Croteam’s traditional level-based campaign, Shatterverse sends multiple versions of Sam Stone through procedurally shifting universes in 45 to 60 minute runs, stacking boons and run modifiers while hunting five lieutenant bosses. Performance-wise, this is a mid-weight Unreal Engine 5 title with a surprisingly high CPU floor on PC and a launch period marked by mixed user reviews and technical complaints. The official specifications are on the Serious Sam: Shatterverse Steam page, and the game launched on 31 August 2026 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, as confirmed by Behaviour Interactive and Devolver Digital.
System Requirements
Minimum (Windows, 1080p at 30 FPS, Low Preset)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 x64 Bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-6700 / AMD Ryzen 5 2500U |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 560X |
| VRAM | Not listed separately; the GTX 1050 Ti ships with 4 GB, the RX 560X with 4 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 10 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Developer’s note: “Low Quality setting, in 1080p, producing 30 FPS”. No SSD requirement stated. |
Source: Serious Sam: Shatterverse Steam page and Nuuvem. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The minimum tier targets 1080p at 30 fps on Low settings, and the developer has stated this directly on the Steam page. The i7-6700 is a 2015 processor and the GTX 1050 Ti is a 2016 entry-level card with 4 GB of VRAM. This is hardware from the Windows 7 era, and the 4 GB VRAM floor means you will not be VRAM-limited at 1080p. The 8 GB system RAM requirement is modest, and the 10 GB install size is one of the smaller footprints of any 2026 Unreal Engine 5 release. If you have a gaming PC from the last eight to nine years with a budget GPU and 8 GB of RAM, you will clear this bar. However, the AMD Ryzen 5 2500U is a mobile processor with integrated graphics performance comparable to a GTX 1050 Ti. If you are running an AMD desktop system, a Ryzen 5 2600 or better is the practical equivalent.
Recommended (Windows, 1440p at 60 FPS, High Preset)
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 x64 Bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 / AMD Radeon RX 7600 |
| VRAM | 8 GB on the RTX 2080; 8 GB on the RX 7600 |
| DirectX | Version 12 |
| Storage | 10 GB available space (Steam page lists “10 MB,” which is a typo) |
| Additional Notes | No SSD requirement stated. No DLSS, FSR, or frame generation support. |
Source: Serious Sam: Shatterverse Steam page and Nuuvem. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The recommended tier targets 1440p at 60 fps on high settings, and the hardware request is a significant step up from the minimum. The i7-11800H is a 2021 mobile processor and the RTX 2080 is a 2018 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 run modifiers are active simultaneously. The 8 GB VRAM requirement on both recommended GPUs is the practical target for 1440p rendering. One notable detail: the Steam page lists storage as “10 MB” for the recommended tier, which is clearly a typo and should be read as 10 GB. If you have a gaming PC from the last four to five years with an RTX 2060 Super or better and 16 GB of RAM, you will meet this tier. However, the game does not support DLSS, FSR, or frame generation, which means your GPU’s raw rasterisation performance is the only lever you have. One player on Backloggd reported that the game “runs sluggish on High on a freaking RTX 5080,” which suggests the recommended specification may be optimistic for consistent 60 fps at 1440p.
PC Performance Warning: Read Before Buying
The PC version of Serious Sam: Shatterverse launched to “Mixed” Steam reviews, and a recurring complaint across negative reviews is technical performance. One player on Backloggd described the game as “sluggish on High” on an RTX 5080, the current flagship GPU, and noted that it “keeps crashing GPU Screen Recorder.” Another reviewer stated plainly: “The game runs at 60fps 100%, a fucking CALL OF DUTY game runs at 120fps with DLSS, the game has no DLSS support, no frame generation, fucking nothing but whatever was essential to the game.” The absence of any upscaling technology is a significant limitation for a 2026 release, and it means players cannot use DLSS or FSR to compensate for the game’s rendering cost. On the positive side, Impulse Gamer’s PC review reported that “performance was perfectly acceptable too, running well on both my main PC and on Steam Deck.” The picture is mixed, and if you are buying on PC, you should check the current patch status and Steam reviews before committing.
PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest PS5 system software |
| Storage | Not specified on the PlayStation Store listing; Xbox Series X version requires approximately 12 GB |
| Performance (PS5) | Targets 60 fps; specific resolution not published. General performance “could be somewhat more stable” |
| Performance (PS5 Pro) | PS5 Pro offers additional performance headroom, but no dedicated Pro mode is planned |
| Additional Notes | DualSense vibration and trigger effects supported. Single player and online co-op (up to 5 players). Crossplay supported. |
Source: Controller Warriors’ PS5 review, PlayStation Store listing, and Console-Tribe’s review. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The PS5 version targets 60 fps, but Controller Warriors’ review notes that “general performance could be somewhat more stable.” The reviewer confirms that the PS5 Pro offers additional performance headroom, but “a special Pro mode is not being pursued,” which means PS5 Pro owners will not get a meaningfully different experience from base PS5 players. Console-Tribe’s review tested the Xbox Series X version and found that while the game “targets 60 fps and maintains it for most of the time,” in the most crowded phases and during five-player co-op boss fights, “framerate drops become a bit more persistent, making the experience a bit more stuttery.” The DualSense controller’s vibration and trigger effects are supported, which adds tactile feedback during combat. If you own a PS5, the game is playable, but the frame rate is not as consistent as the Xbox Series X version.
Xbox Series X|S
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Firmware | Latest Xbox system software |
| Storage | Approximately 12 GB (per Controller Warriors) |
| Performance (Series X) | Native 4K at 60 fps; stable frame rate. No 120 fps option. No graphics settings on console. |
| Performance (Series S) | 1080p at 60 fps; frame rate drops are rare and minimal. Most of the time the game runs stably. |
| Additional Notes | Optimised for Xbox Series XS. Crossplay supported. |
Source: XB0X.ru’s performance test, Console-Tribe’s review, and Controller Warriors’ review. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The Xbox Series X version is the best-performing console build. XB0X.ru‘s technical test confirms that on Series X, the game runs at native 4K and 60 fps, and the frame rate is “maintained stably.” There is no 120 fps option and no graphics settings menu on console, so what you see is what you get. The Xbox Series S version runs at 1080p and 60 fps, and XB0X.ru reports that “frame rate drops occur rarely and are minimal. Most of the time the project runs stably.” This is a strong result for Microsoft’s weaker console, and it makes the Series S version a viable option for players who do not have a 4K display. The game supports crossplay across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Steam Deck
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | Verified (Valve’s highest rating) |
| Performance | Runs natively on SteamOS; no Proton configuration needed. Sub-10 GB install. |
| Additional Notes | Crossplay supported. Full controller support. |
Source: TheBigBois’ review, GreenPanda’s Steam Deck verification, and Gamernews.it’s PC review. Last verified: 19 September 2026.
What this means in practice: Serious Sam: Shatterverse carries a Steam Deck Verified badge, Valve’s highest compatibility rating, and TheBigBois’ review confirms “Steam Deck Verified, with crossplay and a sub-10 GB install.” GreenPanda’s Japanese Steam Deck verification blog confirms that “no Proton configuration changes are needed” and the game runs natively on SteamOS. Gamernews.it‘s PC review, which was played entirely on Steam Deck, reported that the game’s “less photorealistic” visual style “benefited frame rate stability, allowing the graphics engine under DirectX 12 to handle an impressive amount of simultaneous targets and particle explosions with good fluidity.” If you own a Steam Deck and enjoy co-op shooters, this is a comfortable portable experience with no caveats.
Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, and Xbox One: Not Available
Serious Sam: Shatterverse is not available on Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, or Xbox One. The game launched on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S only, and neither Behaviour Interactive nor Devolver Digital has announced plans for any additional platforms. If you play primarily on a Nintendo console or a last-generation PlayStation or Xbox system, you cannot access this game.
macOS and Linux: Not Available
Serious Sam: Shatterverse 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 well.
Final Verdict: Can Your Setup Run Serious Sam: Shatterverse?
Serious Sam: Shatterverse is an accessible game on paper, but the PC version has documented performance issues that you need to know about before buying. The minimum spec asks for an i7-6700 and a GTX 1050 Ti with 4 GB of VRAM, which is hardware from 2015-2016. The recommended spec asks for an i7-11800H and an RTX 2080 with 8 GB of VRAM, which is a 2018 card. The 16 GB RAM requirement is standard for modern games, and the 10 GB install size is tiny.
The bigger issue is that the game does not support DLSS, FSR, or frame generation, and one player reported sluggish performance on an RTX 5080, the current flagship GPU. The recommended specification may not deliver consistent 60 fps at 1440p on high settings, and there is no upscaling technology to help. If you are buying on PC, check the latest Steam reviews and patch notes before committing.
On console, the Xbox Series X is the definitive version, running at native 4K and 60 fps with a stable frame rate. The Xbox Series S runs at 1080p and 60 fps with minimal drops. The PS5 version targets 60 fps but reviewers note the performance “could be somewhat more stable,” and there is no dedicated PS5 Pro mode. If you own an Xbox Series X or Series S, that is the best way to play. If you own a PS5, the game is playable but not the smoothest console experience.
The Steam Deck version is Verified and runs natively on SteamOS with no Proton configuration required. Gamernews.it played the entire game on Steam Deck and reported good frame rate stability. If you own a Steam Deck and enjoy co-op roguelite shooters, this is an easy recommendation.
Specs and performance may be revised by Behaviour Interactive in future patches. This article reflects the Steam store page, Nuuvem’s system requirements listing, Behaviour Interactive’s launch announcement, Devolver Digital’s release coverage, Xbox Series X|S performance tests, Console-Tribe’s review, Controller Warriors’ review, Impulse Gamer’s PC review, Gamernews.it‘s Steam Deck review, TheBigBois’ 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.