Cyberpunk 2077 raises minimum PC system requirements

CD Projekt Red has recently announced that the minimum system requirements for Cyberpunk 2077 are being raised once again. The decision comes as support for Windows 10 comes to an end, meaning players who can’t upgrade to Microsoft’s latest operating system may need to look for other ways to keep playing.

Changes to the system requirements

In an official notice on Cyberpunk 2077’s support pages, published in late May 2026, the minimum required operating system has now been set to Windows 11. This follows Microsoft’s end of support for Windows 10. The original end date for Windows 10 was set for October 14, 2025, although Extended Security Updates (ESU) will remain available until October 13, 2026.

CD Projekt Red stops testing on Windows 10

CD Projekt Red has confirmed that it will no longer test future Cyberpunk 2077 updates on Windows 10. That means players stuck on the older operating system may need to make changes if they want to keep playing the game.

Impact of the changes

The update creates an unusual situation in which millions of devices that meet Cyberpunk 2077’s minimum and even recommended hardware requirements may still be unable to run the game because they are incompatible with Windows 11. The issue is mainly driven by Microsoft’s strict requirements for the latest version of the OS, including support for the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 security chip and Secure Boot. Many high-end PCs from the late 2010s and early 2020s will fail these checks.

Conclusion

The latest changes to Cyberpunk 2077’s system requirements highlight the industry’s shift toward newer technology and the impact on gamers still using older systems. Players should be aware of these changes and consider whether upgrading is necessary to keep their gaming experience uninterrupted.