Steam lists a 2 GHz dual-core CPU, 4 GB RAM, Nvidia 400-series graphics, and 10 GB storage as minimum. For the official recommended tier, move to a 2.8 GHz quad core, 8 GB RAM, Nvidia 600-series graphics, and DirectX 11.
Official minimum and recommended requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 7 or later | Windows 7 or later |
| Processor | 2 GHz dual core | 2.8 GHz quad core |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia 400 series or later | Nvidia 600 series or later |
| DirectX | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Network | Broadband internet connection | Broadband internet connection |
| Storage | 10 GB available | 10 GB available |
DX11 is now the default renderer
Official Update 30 says the modern DirectX 11 renderer became fully functional and was set as default before 1.0. That is newer evidence than old troubleshooting pages that describe DX11 as an optional or unstable path.
| Renderer fact | Evidence | Practical reading |
|---|---|---|
| DX11 default | Official Update 30, June 26, 2026 | Start with the default path unless diagnosing a specific fault. |
| DX9.0c minimum | Official Steam requirements | The store still preserves a legacy minimum renderer entry. |
| Old DX11 fixes exist online | Historical technical references | Do not apply an old launch option without checking its date and purpose. |
Read theofficial Update 30 announcementfor the renderer, controller, bot, and performance changes.
Windows setup: what can be said safely
- Use the default renderer first; DX11 is the official 1.0-era default.
- Keep at least the listed 10 GB free before installation and updates.
- Expect larger bot matches to be more CPU-sensitive than a small practice arena.
- Treat broadband as necessary for online play, not for the officially supported offline bot scenarios.
- Use current in-game settings as the source of truth instead of old screenshots or launch-option guides.
Linux and Proton status
The Steam requirements captured for this research list Windows, not a native Linux build. Linux play therefore depends on Proton and should be evaluated as a compatibility report, not an official native-platform promise.
| Report snapshot | Environment | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Four days before capture | Proton 10.0-3, RTX 4070, CachyOS | Reporter said it worked after install without changes. |
| Six days before capture | Custom Proton, Radeon RX 9070 XT, CachyOS | Reporter saw DX11 flicker and disappearing models. |
| Two weeks before capture | Proton 10.0-3 and other current configurations | Several reports described successful play, including online use. |
Use a controlled Proton test
- Try the current default Proton path. Record the selected version before changing it.
- Test a practice arena. Confirm launch, rendering, audio, and input in a low-complexity scene.
- Test one ground and one space scenario. Renderer faults may appear only in particular environments.
- Change one variable at a time. Proton version, renderer, and launch options should not all move together.
- Keep the exact error or artifact description. Hardware-specific evidence is more useful than "does not work."
Steam Deck: Playable, with important caveats
The ProtonDB capture displayed the Steam Deck compatibility status asPlayable. That label is stronger than an individual opinion, but it is not the same as Verified and does not promise complete controller, text, launcher, or performance behavior.
The visible Deck-specific report said the game could run at 40 FPS on low settings, but it used Proton 7.0-4 and is too old to represent the 1.0 build. It belongs in historical context, not in a current performance promise.
Controller support is partial
Steam labels the game as having Partial Controller Support. Update 30 says the radial menu became usable on gamepad and the button layout was revised toward modern FPS conventions. Those improvements do not establish full controller coverage.
- Because the store classification is partial rather than full, verify every required menu and gameplay layer before relying on controller-only play.
- Check the current binding screen before relying on an older community layout.
- Test infantry, vehicle, flight, and command contexts separately because one working layer does not prove all layers.
- On Steam Deck, evaluate the complete flow rather than assuming the Playable label confirms every input path.
Which evidence should decide your setup?
| Question | Best evidence |
|---|---|
| Can my Windows PC meet the listed baseline? | Official Steam minimum and recommended table. |
| Which renderer is current? | Official Update 30: DX11 is default. |
| Will my Linux hardware work? | Recent ProtonDB reports matching your GPU, driver, and Proton version. |
| Will a maximum bot battle run smoothly? | A local test on the intended scenario and bot population. |
| Will every controller function work? | Current in-game testing; official classification remains partial. |
If the game fails to open or shows renderer artifacts, continue to thelaunch troubleshooting guide.
System requirements FAQ
What are the minimum Angels Fall First system requirements?
Steam lists Windows 7 or later, a 2 GHz dual-core CPU, 4 GB RAM, an Nvidia 400-series or later GPU, DirectX 9.0c, broadband internet, and 10 GB of storage.
Does Angels Fall First use DirectX 11?
Yes. Official Update 30 says the modern DX11 renderer became fully functional and the default. Steam still lists DirectX 9.0c at minimum and DirectX 11 as recommended.
Does Angels Fall First run on Linux?
Steam does not list a native Linux build in the captured requirements. ProtonDB had recent successful Proton reports and a recent conflicting DX11 artifact report when checked July 13, 2026, so Linux compatibility is hardware- and configuration-dependent.
Is Angels Fall First Steam Deck compatible?
The captured ProtonDB page displayed the Steam Deck status as Playable, but the visible Deck-specific user report was four years old. Treat Playable as the current status label, not a guarantee that every map, control, or renderer path is issue-free.
Does Angels Fall First have full controller support?
No. Steam labels it Partial Controller Support. Update 30 improved gamepad layout and made the radial menu usable on a gamepad, but that does not convert the store classification to full support.