Can I Run The Long Dark?
Hinterland Studio Inc. · 2017
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.
Can You Run The Long Dark?
Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against The Long Dark’s official minimum and recommended requirements.
Your PC
You can run The Long Dark — and then some
Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.
| Component | Your PC | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | GeForce RTX 4060 | Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better | nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better |
| CPU | Core i5-13400 | Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ | Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher |
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 8 | Windows 10 |
Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.
Estimated FPS at 1080p
GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →The Long Dark is a demanding adventure game from 2017. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 92 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 42 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 175 FPS. Plan on a dedicated graphics card and check the recommended specs below before buying.
Budget GPU
GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT
~38–46 FPS
Low Performance
Mid-range GPU
RTX 4060 / RX 7600
~85–100 FPS
Playable
High-end GPU
RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX
~160–195 FPS
Excellent
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The Long Dark System Requirements
The official minimum and recommended PC specs for The Long Dark, component by component.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 8 | Windows 10 |
| Processor | Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ | Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better | nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better |
| Storage | 7 GB available space | 7 GB available space |
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Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 8 Processor: Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better Storage: 7 GB available space Sound Card: Any on-board chip will work.
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better Storage: 7 GB available space Sound Card: Ideally, something with Surround capabilities.
Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.
The Long Dark — FAQ
Can I run The Long Dark?+
On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 92 FPS at 1080p in The Long Dark. Budget GPUs get about 42 FPS and high-end GPUs around 175 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.
What are the minimum system requirements for The Long Dark?+
The Long Dark needs at least a Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+ processor, a Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better graphics card, 4GB of RAM, 7 GB available space of storage, running Windows 8.
Can The Long Dark run without a graphics card?+
No — The Long Dark is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better).
How much RAM does The Long Dark need?+
The Long Dark officially requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM, with 8GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.
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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.