The Long Dark
💾 7 GB available space
THE LONG DARK is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies -- only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster.
🚀 Recommended GPU: nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better
Target: 60 FPS
Official PC System Requirements
Minimum Requirements
1080p @ 30 FPS (Low Settings)
OSWindows 10
CPUDual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+
GPUIntel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better
RAM4 GB RAM
Storage7 GB available space
Recommended Requirements
1080p @ 60 FPS (High Settings)
OSWindows 10
CPUIntel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher
GPUnVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better
RAM8 GB RAM
Storage7 GB available space
4K Ultra / Enthusiast
1440p / 4K @ 60+ FPS (Ultra Settings) — editorial estimate, not an official figure
OSWindows 11 64-bit
CPUIntel Core i7-13700 / AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / RTX 4080
RAM32 GB RAM
VRAM12 GB+ VRAM
Storage7 GB available space
DirectXVersion 12
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Best Graphic Settings & FPS Boost Tips
- Keep GPU drivers updated to the latest Game Ready branch for optimal frame stability.
- If experiencing frame drops, lower Volumetric Lighting and Shadow Quality to Medium.
- Enable Fullscreen mode over Borderless Windowed to reduce input latency.
