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Dark Souls III System Requirements (2026)

Minimum vs recommended PC specs, RAM, storage, and whether your GPU can run Dark Souls III.

Check your PCSteam DeckBest settings
Minimum CPUIntel Core i3-2100 / FX-6300
Recommended CPUIntel Core i7 / FX-8350
Minimum GPUGTX 750 Ti / HD 7950
Recommended GPUGTX 970 / R9 280X
Minimum RAM8 GB
Recommended RAM8 GB
Storage~25 GB
Steam DeckSteam Deck Playable

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FAQ — Can I run Dark Souls III?

Does Dark Souls III run on Steam Deck?

Playable on Steam Deck with community Proton tweaks — lock 30/40 for stability.

Best settings for Dark Souls III on PC?

Start with Medium presets, lower shadows/effects first, and use FSR/DLSS if available. Cap FPS to your display for smoother framing.