The Long Dark
$19.99 on GOG. Decide if it is worth your time, not just your wallet.
GameFinder take
Worth it, but only if you are ready now
The game looks strong, but the current price does not scream urgency. Buy for intent, not backlog guilt.
GameFinder take
Worth it, but only if you are ready now
The game looks strong, but the current price does not scream urgency. Buy for intent, not backlog guilt.
About This Game
The pitch
Welcome to The Long Dark, the innovative exploration-survival experience Wired magazine calls "the pinnacle of an entire genre". The game 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.
Best for
Shooter, Simulator, Strategy fans • players into Action and Survival
Right now
$19.99 on GOG.
Standout signal
Expect a mix of Action, Survival, Sandbox.
Welcome to The Long Dark, the innovative exploration-survival experience Wired magazine calls "the pinnacle of an entire genre". The game 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 but only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster.
What stands out
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System Specs
Minimum
Windows XP
Dual-Core Intel i5 CPU @ 2GHz+
4 GB RAM
Intel 4xxx Series w/ 512MB VRAM or better
7 GB available space
Recommended
Windows 7
Intel i7 CPU @ 2.6GHz or higher
8 GB RAM
nVidia GTX 555 w/ 1GB VRAM or better
7 GB available space