Sony's popular Ghost of Tsushima title has launched as a Director's Cut bundle on PC. It comes with various visual upgrades and presets that see Sony recommending up to an Nvidia RTX 4080 or AMD Radeon 7900XT to handle its visual needs when maxed out.
This is true in particular for PC gamers who can leverage their desktops to play on multimonitor setups at high resolutions and far higher quality presets than the title, which originally debuted on the PlayStation 4 before being remastered for the PlayStation 5. The developers porting the title have added support for DLSS and DLAA from Nvidia, FSR3 and its AA optimizations from AMD as well as Intel's XeSS sharpening offerings to keep things humming on a variety of hardware options across the board.
Ghost Of Tsushima Director's Cut offers 4 different tiers of hardware specifications for different quality presets on PC (Source: Sony's PlayStation Blog)
The Best PC Builds For Ghost Of Tsushima Directors Cut
The team at Game ZXC has handpicked hardware options to allow players to hit the ground running with hardware upgrades that allow them to defend Tsushima from the Mongol threat at a better frame rate and resolution at multiple price points:
- The Ghost's Shogun-Approved High-End PC Build
- The Samurai's Value-Centric Mid-Range PC Build
- The Shinobi's Recommended Entry-Level PC Build
The builds below aim to leverage current-generation hardware as well as supported AI sharpening tech to allow for a smooth, high frame rate experience for players new to, or returning to the island of Tsushima this year.
The Ghost's Shogun-Approved High-End PC Build
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AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
$369 $450 Save $81The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D is AMD's latest and greatest CPU when it comes to gaming. With an excellent and highly efficient gaming performance that tops the charts currently, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is here to stay and has a crown to claim thanks to its 3D V-Cache-enabled prowess when it comes to gaming on a PC.
The octa-core CPU currently happens to be the fastest in the business for gaming even as it leads efficiency charts at the top, making it a very sought-after gaming upgrade. -
ASUS ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler
$345 $360 Save $15The ASUS ROG Ryujin III 360 ARGB AIO Liquid Cooler is ASUS's latest premium tri-fan AIO that offers better cooling, an upgraded LCD, and a new Asetek 8th generation pump as some of its salient features. Thanks to a thicker radiator and a new cold plate, it can reduce temperatures drastically versus both its predecessor and its competition.
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ASRock X670E Taichi Carrara
The ASRock X670E Taichi Carrara is one of the best-looking motherboards for AMD's latest Ryzen 7000 series CPUs. It also comes packed with features including excellent networking, storage options, and dual PCI-E 5.0 x16 slots in tow.
With excellent 24+2+1 power phases, high memory overclocking support, and RGB lighting on the motherboard itself, it should please gamers, enthusiasts, and power users looking beyond simply the excellent aesthetic it has on offer. -
G.Skill Trident Z5 NEO Series (AMD Expo) 64GB Kit CL30
The G. Skill Trident Z5 NEO sticks are a pair of 32GB RAM sticks that conform to AMD's more stringent EXPO memory requirements for overclocking. With tight timings and a CAS latency of just 30-40-40-96.
With a subtle RGB effect and a premium feel, the Trident Z Neo is one of the best premium RGB RAM sticks money can buy that is designed for AMD-based systems. -
Corsair MP700 Gen5 NVME SSD
$150 $165 Save $15The Corsair MP700 Gen5 NVME SSD is the perfect budget-friendly option, bringing impressive read and write speeds of up to 9,500 MB/s and 8,500 MB/s respectively. It has 1 TB of storage and is rated for 700TB TBW, making it one of the more durable SSDs on the market. It also uses 3D TLC NAND technology and four lanes of the PCIe 5.0 standard.
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ASUS TUF GeForce RTX® 4090 OC Edition
The ASUS TUF GeForce RTX 4090 OC Edition is a premium RTX 4090 SKU that offers some of the best vapor chamber cooling on offer in the industry coupled with industry-grade electronics to ensure a highly overclockable RTX 4090 GPU that delivers on both the performance and reliability counts for end-users.
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ASUS ROG Thor 1000W Platinum II
The ROG Thor 1000W Platinum II PSU is one of the quietest and most efficient PSUs available in the market. It comes in a sleek package that houses arguably one of the best-looking PSUs in the market currently, somewhat compensating for its relatively high asking price. The PSU also features a mirrored side panel that houses an OLED display.
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ASUS ROG Hyperion GR701
The Hyperion GR701 is an overkill full-tower with incredible features that is rare to find but are super handy. The case has tool-free access to the interior and supports large-sized GPUs and AIO coolers. Its built-in fan hub, RGB controller, and multiple I/O ports on the front make it stand out.
To truly navigate the island of Tsushima in all its glory, the developer recommends an RTX 4080-based PC. The Shogun-approved build above takes things up further a notch, pairing what is some of the fastest hardware on offer for a PC gamer in 2024 in a powerful package that can handle GoT on any mainstream resolution on a multi-monitor setup with ease.
To do so, it leverages the fastest gaming CPU available currently, the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, along with one of the fastest RTX 4090s available to end users currently, the ASUS TUF Gaming OC edition. While the CPU is cooled by one of the best AIOs in the business (ASUS's Ryujinn III), the GPU gets plenty of airflow thanks to the large ASUS ROG Hyperion case in play.
With 64GB of fast low-latency RAM in play and a fast PCI-E 5.0 SSD on offer, the high-end build is curated to handle even the most demanding runs as the Ghost of Tsushima in all its glory at launch.
The Best Gaming PC Builds Under $3000
Looking to build a PC for under $3000? Here are our recommended builds for the perfect price!
Estimated Build Cost: $4,005
The Samurai's Value-Centric Mid-Range PC Build
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Intel Core i5 14600KF 14-Core, 20-Thread CPU
The Intel Core i5 14600KF 14-Core, 20-Thread CPU is a powerful mid-range CPU that replaces the last generation Intel Core i5 13600KF with higher clocks on both its performance and efficiency cores.
Like all its siblings, it does offer better performance out-of-the-box versus its predecessors but replaces them at the same price points they sold last year. Unlike the Intel Core i5 14600K, this model trades at a small discount thanks to it skipping out on integrated graphics. -
ASUS ROG Strix LC II 240 ARGB
ASUS ROG Strix LC II 240 is aesthetically pleasing and uses a fabulous CPU block with a 7th Gen Asetek pump that is made for high-performance cooling. The RGB lighting and the compatibility with RGB software allows users to play with the cooler's properties. Perfect for budget and mid-range CPUs, the Strix LC II 240 ARGB is an ideal cooler for overclocking.
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MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk MAX WiFi
MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk MAX Wi-Fi is designed to take the CPU's potential to the next level without breaking the bank. With its 16+1+1 phase VRM design that is complemented by large heatsinks to control thermals, it can offer decent overclocking potential without pushing its price out of control.
With Wi-Fi 7 support and plenty of I/O on offer, the MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk MAX Wi-Fi is a great motherboard to pair with both the latest 14th-generation CPUs that it supports out of the box as well as older last-generation contenders. -
TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB DDR5 Ram 32GB (2x16GB) 6000MHz PC5-48000 CL30
This RAM kit from TEAMGROUP has been one of the most recommended memory options in the PC building community with tons of positive user reviews. AMD's Ryzen 7000 series performs optimally with RAMs running at 6000MHz at a CAS latency of 30.
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Kingston FURY Renegade 1TB PCIe Gen 4.0 NVMe M.2 Internal Gaming SSD
This version of the Kingston FURY Renegade SSD has a storage capacity of 1 TB and is designed to work with both laptops and desktops. It operates on PCIe Gen 4.0 NVMe technology, which allows it to achieve read speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s and write speeds of 7,000 MB/s. The cooling solution on this one is a low-profile graphene aluminum heat spreader, but the SSD is also available with a heat sink.
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC
The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC is an excellent no-nonsense take on the RTX 4070 SUPER GPU, offering better durability, better cooling and a higher overclock potential than the competition.
It leverages some of the best cooling that ASUS has to offer including new axial tech in its fans to allow for more airflow even as it operates at a zero fan mode at temperatures below 55 degrees Celsius, using its massive heatsink to keep temperatures in check with ease. -
MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 PSU
$170 $180 Save $10The MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 PSU is built from the ground up to support the ATX 3.0 spec while also being PCI-E 5.0 compatible in a fully modular design without costing an arm and a leg unlike some of its nearest competitors, making it a viable contender for a gaming PC.
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LIAN LI LANCOOL 216 PC Case
The LANCOOL 216 is a mid-tower case with all-around mesh panels for optimal airflow. Thanks to its modular rear panel, it can be optimized for air or water cooling. It includes 2 x 160mm and 1 x 140mm pre-installed PWM fans and an innovative rear PCIe fan bracket to maximize airflow.
For users on a stricter budget looking to get more value for their money under $2000 for a PC build that can still run Ghost of Tsushima with all of its bells and whistles, the mid-range build above caters to this by picking Intel's best price-to-performance 14th generation unlocked CPU and pairs it with the recently released RTX 4070 SUPER.
The build leverages 1TB of fast PCI-E 4.0 storage, cost-effective low-latency 6000MHz RAM from Teamgroup, and a mid-range motherboard from MSI that supports the 14th generation Intel CPU out of the box. With a dual fan cooler in play for the airflow-centric Lian Li Lancool 216 case and an excellent gold-rated PSU from MSI in tow, the build uses quality internals that are also price-sensitive picks in order to maximize value for users down the line.
The build allows for easy expansion in terms of memory, storage, and a GPU upgrade down the line if needed. For now, it should be able to run GoT at high or very high presets without breaking a sweat given its beefy CPU-GPU combo and up-to-date internals in play.
The Best Gaming PC Builds Under $2000
Need to build a PC on a budget? Here are the best builds you can make yourself for under $2000!
Estimated Build Cost: $1,804
The Shinobi's Recommended Entry-Level PC Build
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AMD Ryzen 5 7600
$189 $230 Save $41The Ryzen 5 7600 is the entry-level, yet very capable, gaming CPU from AMD that features 6 cores, 12 threads, and 32MB of L3 cache. It has a base clock speed of 3.8GHz and a boost clock speed of 5.1GHz. The Ryzen 5 7600 is an unlocked processor with a default TDP of 65W. It also has integrated RDNA 2 graphics and is the cheapest offering in the lineup with an iGPU.
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MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi
MSI B650 Gaming Plus is an excellent choice for AMD CPU users who are looking to get the job done without spending over $200. The 15-power phase VRM will be adequate for mid-range CPUs, while the multiple PCI-E slots will allow users to add various expansion cards. There are plenty of connectivity options too, including several fan headers, a built-in WiFi adapter, fast USB headers, and even troubleshooting options.
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G.Skill Flare X5 Series (AMD Expo) 6000MHz 32GB (CL36)
The G.Skill Flare X5 Series RAM kits are DDR5 RAMs that operate at an overclocked 6000MHz sweet spot for AMD AM5 processors with a lower latency EXPO profile available to allow users to overclock their memory with a push of a button while costing significantly lower than the competition.
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Kingston NV2 500G M.2 2280 NVMe Internal SSD
The Kingston NV2 500G SSD uses Gen 4x4 NVMe PCIe technology. This drive delivers read speeds up to 3,500 MB/s and write speeds up to 2,800 MB/s. It's designed for systems requiring fast performance, in both laptop and desktop builds. It is suitable for most applications thanks to the compact, single-sided M.2 2280 design. And the low power requirements mean that it produces minimal heat.
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Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 Gaming OC
$260 $280 Save $20The Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 Gaming OC is a triple-fan dual-slot graphics card that brings Gigabyte's effective WINDFORCE cooling technology. It has three 80mm fans with alternate spinning that work alongside the five composite copper heat pipes that directly touch the GPU. The GPU uses the highest-grade metal chokes, 2oz copper PCB, lower ESR solid capacitors, and lower RDS(on) MOSFETs, among other features.
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Thermaltake GF1 (2024) Fully Modular ATX 850W Power Supply
The updated Thermaltake GF1 850W PSU is a gold-rated PSU that offers a completely modular solution for gamers looking for a reliable solution that can keep up with some of the most demanding PCs in 2024.
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GAMDIAS ATX Mid Tower Gaming Computer PC Case
The GAMDIAS Aura GC2 is another great mid-tower ATX PC case. It comprises a tempered glass casing through which users can view all the components inside. Besides enabling users to view inside, the PC case is suitable for RGB connection with a compatible motherboard. It has four built-in 120mm ARGB fans, which help cool down the PC while working hard during gaming sessions. Also, unlike other PC cases that require tools during installation, this case is completely tool-free.
For users that need a brand new gaming PC for their journey through Tsushima at a price that is lower than $1000 even as they aim to get a better-than-console experience when it comes to visuals, the build above checks all the right boxes while offering potential for easy upgrades thanks to the underlying AM5 socket and a beefy 850W Thermaltake PSU on offer.
To keep costs under control, the fast AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is leveraged along with the bundled stock cooler even as we turn to Team Red again for the GPU. The RX 7600 offers better value for money than the competition and acceptable performance even as Gigabyte's tri-fan overclocked SKU keeps things running cool and quiet.
The Best Gaming PC Builds For $1000
Building a gaming PC individually just became easier as Game ZXC showcases three of the best and most balanced PC builds.
Budget choices that flesh out the build include the MSI B650 Gaming Plus Wi-Fi motherboard, an entry-level 500GB PCI-E 4.0 SSD from Kingston, and a mid-range Gamdias case that clocks in just over $50, allowing for the PC to clock in at a sub-$900 price tag even as it splurges slightly on low-latency, AMD-specific Flare modules that have EXPO profiles in play.
For most users, the build above should allow for playing Ghost of Tsushima at QHD/FHD resolutions at a high refresh rate, possibly with some FSR help in tow. Users can opt to upgrade to a higher-end GPU if need be and the PSU comes considerably well-endowed to handle anything up to an RTX 4080 SUPER without breaking a sweat.
Estimated Build Cost: $917
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FAQ
Q: How much SSD Space Do I Need For Ghost Of Tsushima on PC?
Ghost of Tsushima needs at least 75GB of SSD space to run on PCs.
Q: Can I run Ghost of Tsushima on Windows 11?
Yes, Ghost of Tsushima can be run Windows 10 and above without requiring any modifications beyond installing the latest updates.