Can I Run Darksiders™?
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System Requirements
| Component | Minimum | Recommended | Your PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA (GeForce 8800/GeForce GT220) 256MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon X1900 256MB graphics card or better ( must support pixel shader 3 ) | NVIDIA (GeForce GTS 240) 256MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon HD3870 256MB graphics card or better ( must support pixel shader 3 ) | Detecting... |
| CPU | AMD Athlon 64 Processor 3800+ 2.4Ghz or better, Intel Pentium 4 530 3.0Ghz Processor or better | AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ Dual Core 2.60Ghz, Intel Core 2 Duo E6420 Dual Core 2.13Ghz | Detecting... |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB | Detecting... |
| Storage | 12 GB | 12 GB | — |
| DirectX | — | — | — |
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About
Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run Darksiders™ on my PC?
To run Darksiders™ you need at least a GeForce 8800 or a Radeon X1900, plus 1 GB of RAM. For the best experience, the recommended specs are a GeForce GTS 240 or a Radeon HD 3870, plus 2 GB of RAM. Use CanIRun.gg to check your PC instantly for free.
What are the minimum requirements for Darksiders™?
Darksiders™ minimum requirements: GPU: NVIDIA (GeForce 8800/GeForce GT220) 256MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon X1900 256MB graphics card or better ( must support pixel shader 3 ), CPU: AMD Athlon 64 Processor 3800+ 2.4Ghz or better, Intel Pentium 4 530 3.0Ghz Processor or better, RAM: 1 GB, Storage: 12 GB.
What are the recommended specs for Darksiders™?
Darksiders™ recommended specs: GPU: NVIDIA (GeForce GTS 240) 256MB graphics card or better, ATI Radeon HD3870 256MB graphics card or better ( must support pixel shader 3 ), CPU: AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ Dual Core 2.60Ghz, Intel Core 2 Duo E6420 Dual Core 2.13Ghz, RAM: 2 GB, Storage: 12 GB.
How many GB is Darksiders™?
Darksiders™ requires at least 12 GB of free storage for installation. Make sure you have some extra headroom for patches and save files.
Can a GTX 1650 run Darksiders™?
Yes — a GTX 1650 comfortably meets the minimum and even approaches the recommended GPU tier for Darksiders™. Expect solid 1080p performance at medium settings.
Is Darksiders™ CPU or GPU intensive?
Darksiders™ is relatively CPU intensive compared to its GPU needs. Single-thread CPU performance and clock speed matter more than raw GPU power — make sure your processor meets the recommended spec.
Can Steam Deck run Darksiders™?
Unfortunately, Darksiders™ is currently marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and determined it does not work properly on the device due to compatibility issues.
How many players can run Darksiders™?
According to the Steam Hardware Survey for September 2026, 99% of Steam players have a graphics card that meets the minimum GPU for Darksiders™ and 99% meet the recommended one. We match every card in the survey against our GPU benchmark scores; the ones we identify add up to 82.6% of the survey, and the math runs on that part. It only measures the graphics card, not the CPU or RAM.
