Triarchy PC System Requirements

Triarchy is an upcoming co-op action RPG from Digital Confectioners targeting Steam in 2026. Steam lists Windows minimum specifications today; recommended requirements were not published at the time this guide was written. Use the numbers below for wishlist planning, playtest readiness, and pre-launch upgrades — always re-check the Steam store page before install because specs can change during development.

Windows minimum requirements (official)

Component	Minimum specification
OS	Windows 10 (64-bit)
CPU	Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 2300X
RAM	16 GB
GPU	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB or AMD Radeon RX 580 8 GB
DirectX	Version 12
Storage	25 GB available space

All entries require a 64-bit processor and operating system. Triarchy is not released for purchase yet; these specs apply to Steam Playtest builds and the planned launch client.

What each requirement means in practice

Windows 10 64-bit: Playtests distribute through Steam on PC. Ensure Windows Update is current and Visual C++ runtimes are installed to avoid common launch failures. Windows 11 generally runs DX12 titles fine, but the stated floor remains Windows 10.

CPU (i3-8100 / Ryzen 3 2300X): These quad-core chips represent a low-mid tier from the late 2010s. Triarchy spans open islands, co-op sync, and boss arenas — CPU headroom helps when two friends join your session with drop-in co-op. Close background browsers during 24–48 hour playtest events to free threads.

16 GB RAM: This is firm in official copy. Eight-gigabyte machines may fail to launch or stutter during sailing transitions between ship and shore. If you upgrade one part before 2026, RAM often beats marginal GPU bumps for minimum-spec PCs.

GPU (GTX 1060 6 GB / RX 580 8 GB): Both cards target 1080p medium expectations for action RPGs. Ultrawide panels from Controls need more horsepower than minimum; see below. VRAM matters when texture packs grow near launch — watch Updates for art passes.

DirectX 12: Required on Windows. Update GPU drivers before playtests. AMD and NVIDIA both ship DX12 paths; if launchers complain, verify OS feature updates rather than forcing DX11 compatibility flags unless support adds them later.

25 GB storage: Reserve extra space for Steam shader caches, playtest patches, and temporary capture folders if you record footage for feedback. SSD strongly recommended even though Steam lists only capacity — open-world loading and co-op reconnects feel sharper on solid state drives.

Recommended hardware (unofficial guidance)

Steam has not posted recommended specs yet. Until they do, fans planning beyond minimum should target:

• CPU: Six-core modern chip (Ryzen 5 / Core i5 12th gen or newer) for smoother trio co-op.
• GPU: RTX 2060 / RX 6600 class or better for 1080p high or 1440p medium.
• RAM: 16 GB remains baseline; 32 GB helps only if you stream or record while playing.
• Storage: NVMe SSD with 40+ GB free for patches and future content drops.

This section is wiki guidance, not developer promise — validate against store updates before buying parts.

Linux note on Steam

The Steam page also lists Ubuntu 20.04 minimums mirroring Windows CPU, RAM, GPU, and storage figures. Proton compatibility may evolve before launch. Windows remains the primary documented path for playtest participants.

Playtest hardware checklist

Run the wiki playtest checklist alongside this table:

1. Confirm 64-bit Windows 10 or newer.
2. Verify at least 25 GB free on the install drive.
3. Update GPU drivers and enable DX12.
4. Close RAM-heavy apps — hit 16 GB physical, not virtual-only setups.
5. Test voice chat and input devices per Controls.
6. Agree Assist plans if your party mixes PC performance and player skill.

Short playtest windows punish last-minute driver experiments. Patch hardware the week before an event, not an hour before servers open.

Performance expectations versus settings

Minimum spec does not guarantee max settings. Expect to tune shadows, effects, or resolution scale during early builds. Co-op boss fights stress effects more than sailing — drop settings before blaming netcode for frame dips.

If you barely meet GPU VRAM, avoid ultrawide until you upgrade. Combat Basics readability depends on stable frame times for dodge and parry practice.

Co-op and network considerations

Hardware specs do not list bandwidth, but online co-op for one to three players needs stable low-latency connections. Wired Ethernet beats Wi-Fi for drop-in sessions documented in co-op guides. Host machines near minimum CPU may feel hitch when guests teleport across islands — host role often falls to the strongest PC in the friend group.

Before the 2026 launch window

Wishlist Triarchy, finish Getting Started, and revisit this page whenever Steam updates requirements. Launch-day patches sometimes raise storage or add ray-tracing options absent in playtests. Pair hardware prep with builds planning so your first launch week focuses on talents, not troubleshooting drivers.

Triarchy remains unreleased; treat every spec line as subject to change until the final launch build ships on Steam.