Curious if your PC can run The Long Dark? On this page you will find The Long Dark system requirements for PC (Windows, Mac and Linux). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.
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The Long Dark minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows 8 operating system. Your processor should be Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 4 GB. As for a graphics card, it should be Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM. You also have to have 7 GB free disk space to install the game.
If you go for recommended requirements for The Long Dark for Windows, your operating system should be Windows 10. Recommended CPU would be Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher CPU or equivalent. For RAM, it is recommended to have 8 GB or more. And video card — nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM.
As for Mac OS, The Long Dark requirements here start with OSX 10.9.3 operating system. Processor needs to be at least Core i5 @ 2.2GHz. 4 GB of RAM is required. Your graphics card should be Intel HD Graphics 5000. Finally, the game needs 7 GB of free disk space.
As for recommended OS, it is OSX 10.9.3. Core i7 @ 2.7GHz+ processor is recommended. Plus, 8 GB of RAM. Your video card should be Dedicated standalone GPU w/ 1GB+ VRAM.
If you’re on Linux, minimum requirements include SteamOS or Ubuntu 16.04 or 17.04. Processor should be Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ or higher. For RAM you need 4 GB or more. Graphics card should be Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better. 15GB of free disk space is a must.
Game Details
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.