Can I Run The Darkside Detective?

Last updated: 23 December 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run The Darkside Detective? On this page you will find The Darkside Detective system requirements for PC (Windows, Mac and Linux). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

Test your PC to see if it will run The Darkside Detective or check system requirement details for CPU, operating system, graphics and sound cards, required disk space and more for each of the supported platforms.

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Can I run it: The Darkside Detective

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  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s CPU name will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Processor’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. In the opened menu click on ‘Device Manager’
  3. In ‘Device Manager’ click on the arrow next to ‘Display adapters’
  4. Under the drop-down, you will see the GPU that your computer is using

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s RAM will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Installed RAM’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. You can see if Windows is 64 or 32 bit under ‘System type’
  4. You can see Windows version under ‘Windows edition’

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The Darkside Detective Windows Requirements

The Darkside Detective system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Windows 10
OS
Windows 10
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
2 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Dedicated GPU
DirectX
DirectX
Version 9.0c
DirectX
Version 9.0c
Storage
Storage
1 GB
Storage
1 GB

The Darkside Detective minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows 10 operating system. Your processor should be Pentium 4 or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 2 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be Intel HD Chipset 3000. You also have to have 1 GB free disk space to install the game.

If you go for recommended requirements for The Darkside Detective for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 10. Recommended CPU would be Pentium 4 CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 4 GB or more. And video card — Dedicated GPU.

The Darkside Detective Mac Requirements

The Darkside Detective system requirements for Mac
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Mac OS X 10.7+
OS
Mac OS X Yosemite
Processor
Processor
Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz
Processor
Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz
Memory
Memory
2 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Dedicated GPU
Storage
Storage
1 GB
Storage
1 GB

As for Mac OS, The Darkside Detective requirements here start with Mac OS X 10.7+ operating system. Processor needs to be at least Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz. 2 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be Intel HD Chipset 3000. Finally, the game needs 1 GB of free disk space.

As for recommended OS, it is Mac OS X Yosemite. Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz processor is recommended. Plus, 4 GB of RAM. Your video card should be Dedicated GPU.

The Darkside Detective Linux Requirements

The Darkside Detective system requirements for Linux
Minimum Requirements Recommended Requirements
OS
OS
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS
OS
Ubuntu 12.04 LTS
Processor
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
2 GB
Memory
4 GB
Graphics
Graphics
Graphics
Dedicated GPU
Storage
Storage
1 GB
Storage
1 GB

If you’re on Linux, minimum requirements include Ubuntu 12.04 LTS. Processor should be Pentium 4 or higher. For RAM you need 2 GB or more. Graphics card should be Intel HD Chipset 3000 or better. 15GB of free disk space is a must.

For Linux recommended requirements, use Ubuntu 12.04 LTS. As for the processor/CPU, use Pentium 4 or equivalent. Add 4 GB or more of RAM to it. And make sure you have Dedicated GPU graphics card.

Game Details

Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective.

Release date
27 July, 2021
OpenCritic Score
78.38/100
Category
Single-player
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Casual
Supported languages
English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese
* languages with full audio support
Developer
Spooky Doorway
Publisher
Akupara Games
Official website
darksidedetective.com
Support website
akuparagames.com
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run The Darkside Detective?

You would be able to run The Darkside Detective on your PC if it meets minimum requirements below. You can also use our free test tool to check it!

Minimum requirements for Windows are:

Minimum requirements for Mac are:

  • OS: Mac OS X 10.7+
  • Processor: Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB
  • Graphics: Intel HD Chipset 3000
  • Storage: 1 GB

Minimum requirements for Linux are:

Can I play The Darkside Detective with 1 GB of RAM?

No, this is not enough to play The Darkside Detective. The minimum RAM is 2 GB.

Can I play The Darkside Detective with 2 GB of RAM?

Yes, The Darkside Detective can run with 2 GB of RAM. It's a minimum requirement.

How much RAM does The Darkside Detective need?

You need at least 2 GB of RAM to run The Darkside Detective on PC, but 4 GB is recommended.

On Mac it requires minimum 2 GB, with 4 GB recommended.

And on Linux/SteamOS: 2 GB minimum, and 4 GB recommended.

What processor do I need for The Darkside Detective?

Pentium 4 is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run The Darkside Detective.

How many GB is The Darkside Detective?

At least 1 GB of disk space is required to install The Darkside Detective on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for The Darkside Detective?

You need Intel HD Chipset 3000 or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play The Darkside Detective?

Windows 10 or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run The Darkside Detective?

Version 9.0c or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run The Darkside Detective on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

Can I play The Darkside Detective on my Mac?

Yes, The Darkside Detective supports Mac if it meets the following minimum requirements:

  • OS: Mac OS X 10.7+
  • Processor: Intel Core™ Duo 1.83GHz
  • Memory: 2 GB
  • Graphics: Intel HD Chipset 3000
  • Storage: 1 GB

Can I run The Darkside Detective on Linux/SteamOS?

Yes, you can play The Darkside Detective on Steam OS/Linux. Please see requirements above.

When is The Darkside Detective release date?

The Darkside Detective release date is 27 July, 2021.

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