Armatus PC is an upcoming third-person roguelite shooter developed by Counterplay Games and published by Fictions. Scheduled to launch on January 7, 2027, the game places players in the demon-infested ruins of Paris as a supernatural warrior wielding celestial abilities and modern firearms.
The game is a strictly single-player experience built on Unreal Engine 5, featuring a standard upfront purchase model with no microtransactions.
Armatus PC System Requirements
Steam lists both minimum and recommended hardware specifications for Windows. The developers note that these specifications are temporary targets based on the pre-release demo build and will receive updates closer to launch.
| Hardware Component | Minimum Requirements | Recommended Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5-9600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X | Intel Core i9-10900K or AMD Ryzen 9 5900X |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics Card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT |
| DirectX Version | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage Space | 60 GB available space | 60 GB available space |
Storefronts, Pricing, and PC Features
Armatus will release digitally on PC across two primary storefronts: Steam and the Microsoft Store.
- Digital Pricing: Counterplay Games and Fictions officially confirmed a digital launch price of $29.99 USD across all platforms, with regional pricing adjustments planned.
- Monetization: The game is a one-time purchase with no microtransactions.
- Microsoft Ecosystem: The Microsoft Store release supports Xbox Play Anywhere and is listed for inclusion with Xbox Game Pass for PC.
- Controller Support: The PC version features native controller support through SDL2 middleware and the Steam Input API, including button prompts and connectivity for Xbox controllers, DualShock 4, and DualSense controllers (wired and Bluetooth).
- Audio and Localization: Powered by Wwise audio middleware, the title includes full audio voice acting in English and supports text interface and subtitles across 14 languages, including French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese.
PC File and Configuration Paths
Data documented on PCGamingWiki outlines where Armatus stores local game data and user settings under Windows and Linux environments:
- Windows Configuration Path: %LOCALAPPDATA%\Aperion\Saved\Config\Windows
- Windows Save Game Path: %LOCALAPPDATA%\Aperion\Saved\SaveGames
- Linux (Steam Play / Proton) Path: SteamLibrary/steamapps/compatdata/3660710/pfx/
PC Demo Performance and Technical Observations
During the public playtest and Steam Next Fest demos, community feedback highlighted several technical aspects of the current Unreal Engine 5 build:
- Download and Storage Footprint: Players noted that the demo required an installation size of roughly 58 GB to 60 GB (compressed to approximately 30–38 GB for download). The development team stated in the Steam forums that they are actively working to reduce overall file sizes before release.
- Visual Settings and Motion Blur: Multiple player reports identified heavy motion blur tied to camera movement. Community members found that setting post-processing to Low helped mitigate excessive blurring.
- Hardware Utilization: Players across the Steam community reported high CPU and VRAM usage during combat-heavy sequences, such as encounters with swarm cocoons and the area boss known as The Monument. Frame rate drops and stuttering were reported on both mid-range and high-end GPUs, prompting developers to confirm that optimization passes are underway leading up to the final release.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Armatus PC have co-op or multiplayer modes?
No. Counterplay Games lists Armatus strictly as a single-player roguelite game. Despite player requests on the community forums for cooperative play, there are no official announcements for multiplayer functionality.
Is Armatus coming to PC Game Pass?
Yes. The Microsoft Store availability listing indicates that Armatus supports Xbox Play Anywhere and will be included with Xbox Game Pass for PC.
Can Armatus run on a mechanical hard drive (HDD)?
While minimum specs require 60 GB of storage without explicitly mandating an SSD on the official store page, player reports from the 58 GB demo indicate that running the game on a standard HDD can lead to loading stutters. Solid-state storage is recommended for smoother asset streaming in Unreal Engine 5 titles.
