Can I Run The Long Dark?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better | nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better | Detecting... |
| CPU | Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ | Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher | Detecting... |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 7 GB | 7 GB | — |
| DirectX | — | — | — |
About
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run The Long Dark on my PC?
To run The Long Dark you need at least Intel 4xxx Series w and 4GB RAM. For the best experience, nVidia GTX 555 w with 8GB RAM is recommended. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for The Long Dark?
The Long Dark minimum requirements: GPU: Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better, CPU: Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+, RAM: 4 GB, Storage: 7 GB.
What are the recommended specs for The Long Dark?
The Long Dark recommended specs: GPU: nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better, CPU: Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher, RAM: 8 GB, Storage: 7 GB.
How many GB is The Long Dark?
The Long Dark requires at least 7 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run The Long Dark?
We don't have a confirmed GPU score for The Long Dark, but a GTX 1650 is an entry-level card from 2019 — it can usually run older or lightweight titles at 1080p low. Run the free CanIRun.gg check to see exactly where your PC lands.
Is The Long Dark CPU or GPU intensive?
The Long Dark does not expose a confirmed GPU tier in our database, so we cannot say definitively whether it is CPU or GPU bound. As a rule of thumb, most modern 3D titles lean GPU-heavy at 1080p and above.
