Where the official specs live
Crimson Desert system requirements are only partly spelled out in official notices, but Pearl Abyss clearly confirms DirectX 12 on PC, display requirements for some console modes, and Mac guidance through the PC, Console, Mac Performance Specs notice.
PC requirements and notes
The official PC guidance does not just list settings. It also makes two broader points clear:
- Performance figures are based on internal testing.
- Results can vary depending on hardware, software, and in-game settings.
Pearl Abyss also explicitly says:
- The latest DirectX 12 is required.
That is the single most important PC compatibility line on the page without inventing extra hardware claims.
Console notes
The official specs page includes console-specific notes for certain display modes and says:
- some high refresh features require a compatible display
- some of those modes require HDMI 2.1
- VRR support also depends on a compatible display and HDMI 2.1
That is less about minimum hardware and more about making sure performance mode expectations stay grounded in the actual display setup.
Mac notes
Pearl Abyss does not treat Mac as a throwaway port in the specs notice. The official page includes Mac presets and adds a direct recommendation:
- macOS 26 Tahoe or later is recommended for optimal performance and stability
The notice also says the "For this Mac" preset will assign settings and resolution for your hardware automatically.
Important limits on what can be claimed
This page intentionally avoids filling in missing numbers that are not present in the official notice excerpt available through Pearl Abyss search results.
So the correct source-backed answer is:
- DirectX 12 is required on PC.
- Console high-refresh and VRR features depend on the right display and HDMI 2.1 where noted.
- Mac performance varies by hardware, and macOS 26 Tahoe or later is recommended.
The practical takeaway
If you are checking hardware because you are about to buy the game, pair this page with Crimson Desert platforms and Crimson Desert FAQ. That gives you the official storefront list, setup requirements, and controller support in one pass.