SurvivalThe Long Dark
Survival · 2024
The Long Dark
A standout survival release for PC players.
The Long Dark delivers one of the more memorable Survival experiences on PC. Released for 2024, it pairs confident art direction with audio design that pulls every scene together. Systems layer cleanly: combat, exploration, progression, and narrative all carry weight, and the early hours teach you the language without lecturing. Set-pieces and boss encounters show real craft, while quieter moments give space to absorb the world. PC support covers ultrawide, HDR, DLSS and FSR, plus fully rebindable controls. The save system is forgiving, menus are quick, and the patch cadence is steady. Whether you are here for the campaign or the post-game challenges, The Long Dark is a release you can recommend without caveats to any PC player with an evening to spare for survival games. Community mods, regular events, and an active player base extend the experience well beyond the credits.
System requirements
Minimum
- OS
- Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GTX 1660 / AMD RX 5500 XT
- Storage
- 80 GB
- DirectX
- DirectX 12
Recommended
- OS
- Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor
- Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Graphics
- NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
- Storage
- 120 GB SSD
- DirectX
- DirectX 12 Ultimate
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Community reactions
Community-style reactions presented for editorial context.
The Long Dark runs beautifully on the Steam Deck too. Big plus.
Story beats in The Long Dark hit hard. Did not expect that ending.
Co-op runs of The Long Dark with friends end up being the highlight of the week.
The Long Dark respects your time. No filler, just the good stuff.
Visuals in The Long Dark on ultra are absolutely jaw-dropping.
Open world of The Long Dark is dense and full of secrets. Love getting lost.
Combat in The Long Dark feels weighty in the best possible way.
Devs of The Long Dark clearly listened to community feedback. Patches are spot on.
The Long Dark has the cleanest UI I have seen in a long time.