What are the desktop system requirements for DARK SOULS III (v1.15.2)?

DARK SOULS III (v1.15.2) requires a 64-bit desktop operating system (Windows 10/11 or macOS Sonoma/Sequoia), a quad-core CPU (Intel Core i5 / Ryzen 5 / Apple Silicon M1+), and at least 8 GB RAM.

How do I install DARK SOULS III (v1.15.2) without errors?

Extract the downloaded archive using 7-Zip, WinRAR, or Keka into a clean directory, whitelist the folder in Windows Security (or clear macOS quarantine via xattr -cr), and run the executable.

Will updating DARK SOULS III to v1.15.2 keep my existing settings and saves?

Yes, user profiles, presets, and save files are stored in your local AppData or ~/Library/Application Support directory and remain intact when upgrading to v1.15.2.

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Common DARK SOULS III Desktop Errors & Proven Solutions

Issue / Error Message	Root Cause	Step-by-Step Fix
Crash on Startup / Silent Exit (Windows)	Missing Visual C++ Runtime or Admin privileges	Install VC++ 2015–2022 (x86 & x64) and enable Run this program as an administrator.
Missing MSVCP140.dll / VCRUNTIME140.dll	Corrupted Microsoft C++ runtime libraries	Reinstall the official Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package and reboot your PC.
Missing steam_api64.dll / Activation DLL	Windows Defender quarantined the offline loader	Open Windows Security → Protection History, restore the file, and whitelist the folder.
"App Is Damaged and Can't Be Opened" (macOS)	macOS Gatekeeper quarantine flag	Run `sudo xattr -rd com.apple.quarantine "/Applications/DARK SOULS III.app"` in Terminal.

Related Guides: Main Download Page | Installation Guide | System Requirements

DARK SOULS III – Windows 10/11 & macOS Configuration, Preset & Save Data Paths

When backing up user profiles, presets, or local save data between a Windows Desktop workstation and a MacBook Pro/Studio for DARK SOULS III (v1.15.2), check these default desktop directories:

Desktop Platform	Default User Data / Config / Preset Directory	Backup & Migration Notes
Windows 10 / 11 (x64)	`%APPDATA%\{DARK_SOULS_III}\` or `%USERPROFILE%\AppData\LocalLow\{DARK_SOULS_III}\`	Back up this folder before installing a newer version or resetting preferences.
macOS (Apple Silicon M1–M4 / Intel)	`~/Library/Application Support/DARK_SOULS_III/` & `~/Library/Preferences/`	Use `Cmd + Shift + G` in Finder to open hidden Library paths directly.

Release Metadata Summary – DARK SOULS III

Title / Package: DARK SOULS III
Verified Build Version: v1.15.2
Archive Size: 25.1 GB
Category: GameApplication
Target Desktop OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) & macOS Desktop (Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3/M4 & Intel)
Primary Download Hub: Download DARK SOULS III (v1.15.2) Full Desktop Build

Frequently Asked Questions – DARK SOULS III (v1.15.2)

Is DARK SOULS III completely free?

Yes, this download is free. However, consider supporting the developers by purchasing the game on Steam.

How do I install DARK SOULS III?

Download the archive, extract it to a folder excluded from antivirus, run the redistributables from the Redist folder, and launch DarkSoulsIII.exe as administrator.

Does this include the DLC?

Yes, this is the Deluxe Edition which includes the Season Pass and all available DLC.

Can I play multiplayer?

Multiplayer may work, but it's not officially supported in this pre-installed version. Some users have reported success.

Installation Guide

Step-by-step setup process

Game is pre-installed / portable, therefore you do not need to install the game.

Just extract the rar / zip file using 7-Zip or WinRAR.

Simply launch the game directly from the game executable as Administrator.

Important Notes

Install necessary apps from Redist or _CommonRedist to ensure game launches without problems.
Always extract game in Antivirus / Defender excluded folder to prevent false-positive file quarantine.
Always run the game as administrator.