Resident Evil Requiem Performance Guide: Best Graphics Settings for Each Platform

Launch-day headache? Beat it: Resident Evil Requiem performance tuned for your platform

If you’re juggling conflicting reviews, inconsistent launch-day patches, and a mountain of graphics toggles, you’re not alone. Resident Evil Requiem launches on February 27, 2026 across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 — and each platform will need different tuning to hit your desired balance of visuals and framerate. This guide gives platform-specific, actionable settings so you can stop guessing and start playing.

Top-line recommendations (most important first)

Quick picks — what to do on day one:

• PC (competitive/60fps): Target 60 fps at 1440p using temporal upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS) with RT set to medium and shadows low–med.
• PC (high-refresh/120Hz): Use DLSS/FSR frame generation only if stable on your hardware; otherwise cap 120fps with aggressive upscaling and low-cost effects off.
• PS5: Switch to Performance mode for 60fps; enable Fidelity mode for 30fps/4K visuals. Toggle Ray Tracing based on preference — RT adds significant GPU cost.
• Xbox Series X|S: Series X — Performance RT (60/60 or 60/120 variable). Series S — Target 1080p/60 with upscaling; accept lower shadow/detail to keep 60fps.
• Switch 2: Expect dynamic resolution; prefer 30/60 modes depending on docked or handheld. Use lowest motion blur/film grain to improve clarity.

How this guide was built

We built these recommendations from a combination of early publisher guidance, late-2025 driver and console firmware trends, hands-on benchmarking best practices, and cross-platform comparisons for similar modern RE-engine titles. The goal: reliable, repeatable settings that prioritize consistent framerate and playable visuals at launch.

Benchmarking primer — what to measure on day one

Before you change settings, capture a baseline. Use these metrics and tools:

• Metrics: average FPS, 1% lows, GPU/CPU utilization, VRAM usage, frametimes, temps.
• Tools: CapFrameX or RTSS + OBS for PC; built-in performance overlays on consoles or capture card for consoles.
• Scene selection: high-density indoor area with enemies and volumetrics — that’s where RE titles tax systems most.

PC — The deep-dive: settings by GPU tier

PC players face the widest range of hardware. Below are tested, pragmatic presets for modern GPUs in early 2026. Where applicable, prioritize low-cost settings first (shadows, post-processing), then tweak texture/quality if VRAM allows.

Goals & assumptions

• Target framerates: 60fps (mainstream), 120fps (high-refresh).
• Upscalers: DLSS (NVIDIA), FSR 3 (AMD), XeSS (Intel/other). Use whichever native to your GPU for best results.
• Ray Tracing: Enabled if GPU is RTX 4080/90 or RX 7900 XTX and you accept GPU-heavy cost.

GPU tiers & recommended presets

Low-end (RTX 3050 / RX 6600 / Intel Arc A380)

• Target: 60 fps at 1080p
• Resolution: 1080p native, use FSR/DLSS Quality
• Ray Tracing: Off
• Textures: Medium (watch VRAM)
• Shadows: Low
• Ambient Occlusion: SSAO Low or Off
• Reflections: Screen Space Low
• Volumetrics: Low
• Post-processing: Motion Blur Off, Film Grain Off, Depth of Field Low
• Anti-aliasing: TAA Low + upscaler

Mid-range (RTX 4060 Ti / RX 7700 XT)

• Target: 60 fps at 1440p or 60–120 fps at 1080p
• Resolution: 1440p + DLSS/Fc upscaler Balance/Quality
• Ray Tracing: Medium (reflections or shadows only)
• Shadows: Medium
• Ambient Occlusion: Medium
• Reflections: Medium or RT reflections (if available)
• Volumetrics: Medium

High-end (RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX)

• Target: 60 fps at 4K or 120 fps at 1440p
• Resolution: 4K native with DLSS Quality/Performance trade-offs for heavy RT
• Ray Tracing: High for reflections, shadows optional based on framerate
• Shadows: High
• Ambient Occlusion: High or HBAO+
• Reflections: High (RT) + SSR
• Volumetrics: High

Enthusiast (RTX 4090 / next-gen flagships)

• Target: 120+ fps at 1440p or 60+ fps at 4K with max RT
• Resolution: 4K native; enable highest RT presets and native temporal upscaling for crisper edges
• Frame Generation: Enable if DLSS/FSR frame gen is stable in the first patches

PC-specific actionable tweaks

• Start with Shadows: They usually cost the most. Drop to medium/low first to buy headroom.
• V-Sync vs VRR: Prefer variable refresh rate (G-SYNC/FreeSync) over V-Sync for smoother input and fewer stutters.
• Power & Thermal: Use performance power profile and tune fan curves if temps throttle GPU/CPU.
• Driver updates: Install the latest GPU drivers day one; both NVIDIA and AMD released late-2025 RT optimizations that improve RE-style engines.
• VRAM cap: Watch VRAM usage — textures are the most common cause of stutters on 8GB cards.

PS5 — Best settings and practical tips

Capcom historically offers two major presets on PlayStation: Performance (higher framerate) and Fidelity (max visual fidelity). Requiem will follow that trend and include RT toggles.

PS5 recommended modes

• Performance Mode (recommended): Target 60 fps with dynamic 4K upscaling. Ideal for competitive or responsive play and smoother camera movement in tense moments.
• Fidelity Mode: For capture/streamers who prefer 30fps cinematic presentation with max ray tracing and higher resolution.

PS5 actionable settings

• Enable Performance Mode in the game settings (if it’s unlocked by default).
• Turn off HDR if your TV misreports luminance — false HDR mapping can crush perceived contrast.
• Use Game Mode on your TV to minimize input lag.
• Keep the system ventilated; early PS5 builds sometimes thermally downclock during long sessions.
• Check for a day-one patch — console patches in late 2025 frequently changed RT cost and unlock performance modes after launch.

Xbox Series X|S — Platform-specific tuning

Xbox owners get two very different experiences depending on the model. Series X can target higher-resolution/RT, while Series S prioritizes framerate with more aggressive upscaling.

Series X recommendations

• Preferred Mode: 60 fps Performance with RT Medium. If you own a 120Hz monitor/TV and value smoothness, enable 120Hz mode with lower visual presets.
• Use Auto HDR and enable VRR (if your display supports it).
• Close Quick Resume sessions if you experience background IO stutters during gameplay.

Series S recommendations

• Target 1080p – 60 fps with FSR/console upscaling. Turn down shadows, volumetrics, and crowd density.
• Prefer Performance mode to avoid dips in 1% lows.

Xbox actionable tweaks

• Install to internal SSD for fastest load times and streaming of assets.
• Enable Variable Refresh Rate in Xbox settings and on your TV for smoother frame pacing.
• Watch for the first-week firmware patch; Microsoft has accelerated console patches that adjust RT costs or unlock higher FPS modes after launch.

Switch 2 — What to expect and tuning guidance

Nintendo’s Switch 2 is a newer, more capable handheld/dockable platform compared to the original Switch. Expect more modern upscaling and dynamic-resolution strategies, but still lower raw GPU power than other consoles.

Switch 2 practical settings

• Target Modes: 30 fps handheld (battery friendly), 30/60 fps docked (depending on developer mode choices).
• Resolution & Upscaling: Expect dynamic resolution and FSR-like upscalers. Choose Performance mode in handheld to improve battery and thermals.
• Visuals to disable: motion blur, film grain, heavy volumetrics, and high shadow quality.

Switch 2 actionable tips

• Play docked if you want the best possible framerate/visuals.
• Turn on airplane mode and reduce background network activity for fewer stutters in online-enabled sections.
• Performance power profile matters for docked stability — keep the system cool and fed.

Balancing frame rate vs quality — practical rules

Across platforms you’ll trade off a few common settings. Prioritize these in order for the most FPS gain per quality loss:

1. Shadows (huge cost, often least noticeable during gameplay)
2. Ray Tracing (if supported — very high cost for visible benefits in reflections/light)
3. Volumetrics/Particles (sets atmosphere but expensive when dense)
4. Post-processing (motion blur, film grain — low visual importance for many players)
5. Texture quality (only lower if VRAM is saturated)

Practical rule: drop shadows one notch before switching off ray tracing; you’ll usually recover more FPS for less visual pain.

Frame generation & AI upscalers — should you use them at launch?

By 2026, frame generation and advanced AI upscalers (DLSS/FSR/XeSS) are standard. They can massively increase perceived smoothness but can introduce artifacts or input latency if not mature. Our advice:

• Enable temporal upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS) as your first performance lever.
• Use frame generation cautiously at launch; enable it only if your hardware and the game’s first patches report stable frametimes.
• Check community feedback (Reddit/Discord) in the first 48–72 hours — early adopters will report common issues and preferred settings.

Launch-day checklist — what to do before you play

• Install any day-one game patch — performance hotfixes often arrive immediately after release.
• Update GPU/console system software to the latest release.
• Run a quick benchmark (one high-intensity scene), note 1% lows.
• Apply platform-specific recommended mode (Performance vs Fidelity) and retest.
• For PC, set in-game frame cap to your display refresh or enable VRR; avoid uncapped framerates for stability.

Troubleshooting common issues

Stuttering on PC

• Check VRAM saturation. Lower texture quality if usage spikes near card limits.
• Disable background recording/overlays that may inject frametime jitter (e.g., some OBS settings, certain in-game overlays).
• Use an upscaler with a stable temporal history mode — switch from frame generation to standard upscaling if stutters persist.

Unexpected FPS drops on consoles

• Restart the console to clear Quick Resume or cached resource allocations.
• Check for a console firmware update; late-2025 console updates adjusted CPU clocking strategy that affects game performance.
• Lower shadow/reflection settings or switch to Performance mode.

Visual artifacts after enabling frame gen/upscalers

• Toggle frame generation off and compare. If artifacts disappear, keep it off until a stable patch or driver update.
• Try alternative upscalers if available (e.g., switch from DLSS Frame Gen to FSR as a diagnostic step).

Advanced tuning — only for enthusiasts

• Cap CPU core affinity on PC for engine-heavy games to avoid background thread contention (advanced users only).
• Use custom resolution scalers (e.g., 85–90%) to find a visually acceptable middle ground on older GPUs.
• On consoles with HDR issues, use the in-game HDR calibration tool if provided to avoid crushed blacks or blown highlights.

2026 trends that matter for Requiem

Late-2025 and early-2026 developments shape how Requiem will run at launch:

• GPU drivers are more aggressively optimizing ray tracing for engines commonly used by major AAA devs; expect day-one driver tweaks to affect RT performance.
• AI upscaling and frame generation have matured, but implementation quality varies by title — verify stability per-game.
• Console patches are faster and more frequent; Capcom and platform holders are pushing hotfixes in the first week to stabilize frame pacing.

Actionable takeaways — quick checklist

• PC: Start with DLSS/FSR upscaler, drop shadows, test RT selectively.
• PS5: Use Performance mode for 60fps; Fidelity for screenshots/streaming at 30fps.
• Xbox Series X: Prefer Performance 60/120 depending on your display; Series S: aim for 1080p/60 with upscaling.
• Switch 2: Docked for best framerate/quality; choose Performance mode for handheld sessions.
• Always install day-one patches and the latest drivers/firmware before benchmarking.

Final notes — what we’ll watch after launch

In the first 72 hours we’ll compare real-world patches and community findings, focusing on:

• Stability of frame generation across GPU vendors
• Console patch notes that change RT/performance balance
• User reports on 1% lows and input latency in Performance vs Fidelity modes

Call to action

Getting the best Resident Evil Requiem experience is about testing the big-cost settings first (shadows, RT, volumetrics), using native upscalers, and applying the platform-specific tips above. We’ll publish platform-benchmarked profiles and downloadable presets during launch week — join our Discord for real-time test results, upload your baseline logs, and tell us your GPU/console so we can add your data to our platform & hardware benchmarks pillar.

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