PC requirements

Darkest Dungeon System Requirements

Darkest Dungeon needs at least 2 GB RAM and Open GL 3.2+ Compliant graphics. For the recommended experience you want 4 GB RAM and Open GL 3.2+ Compliant graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
Darkest Dungeon minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Windows XP Windows 7+
Memory 2 GB RAM 4 GB RAM
Graphics Open GL 3.2+ Compliant Open GL 3.2+ Compliant
Storage 2 GB available space 2 GB available space
Additional notes 1080p, 16:9 recommended 1080p, 16:9 recommended
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Other platforms

Darkest Dungeon is also available on these systems, where hardware is fixed and no per-PC check is needed:

Quick answers

Running Darkest Dungeon on PC

Can my PC run Darkest Dungeon?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does Darkest Dungeon need?
2 GB available space
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.