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2017 · Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Survival

The Long Dark System Requirements

FPS · estimate

target 60—frames per second0144
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an estimate, not a benchmark

Your PC vs requirements

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Graphics card—
GTX 555 w
not detected
Processor—Browsers don’t share the CPU model

min. Dual-Core i5 CPU @ 2G…rec. i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz

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Memory—
4 GB8 GB
not detected
Storageneeds 7 GB

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System requirements

SpecificationMinimumRecommended
OSWindows 8Windows 10
ProcessorDual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher
GraphicsIntel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or betternVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better
Memory4 GB8 GB
Storage7 GB7 GB

Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.

Screenshots

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Common questions

What are the minimum requirements for The Long Dark?

Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ or equivalent, Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better, 4 GB of RAM and 7 GB of free space on Windows 8.

What hardware is recommended for The Long Dark?

Hinterland Studio Inc. recommends Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher, nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better and 8 GB of RAM.

How do I check whether my PC can run The Long Dark?

Use the check on this page. It reads your graphics card, CPU threads and memory from the browser and shows the preset, resolution and expected frame rate — no download and no sign-up.

What frame rate should I aim for in The Long Dark?

60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.