The Long Dark
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.
Release DateAug 1, 2017
Achievements87 items
PlatformsWindows / macOS / Linux
DeveloperHinterland Studio Inc.
📖 Wiki Guides
Quick Start Guide
Getting Started in Three Steps
- First, check the official information summary: Confirm the release status, available platforms, and pricing to avoid buying the wrong version.
- Compare system requirements: Use the minimum / recommended specifications to confirm whether your device can run it smoothly.
- Familiarize yourself with the basic loop: Go through the tutorials and core operations first, then consider deeper gameplay.
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| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Genre Tags | Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Strategy |
| Supported Platforms | Windows / macOS / Linux |
| Controller Support | Full controller support (Steam marks as full) |
| Official Languages | English, German, Russian, French, Spanish - Spain, Finnish, Japanese… |
| Store Pricing | $4.99 |
| Difficulty | High |
| Session Length | 30-60 minutes |
💻 System Requirements
Windows Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- 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.
Windows 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.
macOS Minimum
- OS: OSX 10.9.3
- Processor: Core i5 @ 2.2GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5000
- Storage: 7 GB available space
- Sound Card: On-board.
Linux Minimum
- OS: SteamOS or Ubuntu 16.04 or 17.04
- 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.
🏆 Achievements
87 items
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