This build is designed to give Dear Esther: Landmark Edition the visual headroom it needs at 4K while keeping the overall system balanced and practical. It accepts that ultra-high frame rates are irrelevant for this slow-paced narrative experience and instead directs resources toward rendering power that directly improves the painterly scenery and lighting. The selected parts deliver stable performance without the overspending common when builders approach it like a demanding action game. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X provides more than enough CPU performance for a game that places very low demands on the processor. Its efficiency and integrated graphics capability add future-proofing, but the real focus stays on the GPU. The PowerColor AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT 16GB handles the increased pixel load of 4K, with its 16 GB of VRAM ensuring smooth handling of textures, water effects, and cave details that become more taxing at this resolution. This creates sensible CPU/GPU balance: strong rendering where it counts without pairing an entry-level card with an oversized processor. System balance is maintained through quality supporting parts that avoid bottlenecks or excess cost. The ASUS Prime B650-PLUS WiFi motherboard offers reliable AM5 platform features, while the 16 GB DDR5-6000 RAM kit meets modern standards efficiently. The Kingston NV3 1 TB NVMe SSD provides fast load times for the short chapters, the Montech X3 Mesh case supplies excellent airflow with pre-installed fans, and the Peerless Assassin 120 SE cooler keeps the efficient Ryzen chip quiet. Finally, the 850 W Thermaltake PSU delivers stable power well above the build’s needs, protecting against any future upgrades. Together these components create a cohesive 4K system that prioritizes the GPU-driven visual fidelity the game rewards at this resolution while steering clear of mismatched priorities.