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.

DARK SOULS III System Requirements & Compatibility – Windows 10/11 PC & macOS Desktop (2026)

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PC 25.1 GB 2026 Published on, Oct 17, 2026 Last Updated - Nov 11, 2026 [v1.15.2]

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Release Group / Clean Pre-pack Released / Jan 01, 2026

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Quick Answer – Desktop Specs for DARK SOULS III: To run DARK SOULS III (v1.15.2) smoothly on desktop, your system requires a 64-bit OS (Windows 10/11 or macOS Sonoma/Sequoia), a quad-core processor (Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 / Apple M1+), and 8 GB to 16 GB of RAM.

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DARK SOULS III Minimum vs. Recommended Desktop System Requirements (2026)

Hardware Component	Minimum Desktop Specs	Recommended Desktop Specs
OS / Environment	Windows 10 64-bit / macOS 13 Ventura+	Windows 11 64-bit (24H2) / macOS 15 Sequoia
Processor (CPU)	Intel Core i3-9100 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100 / Apple M1	Intel Core i5-12400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X / Apple M2 Pro
Memory (RAM)	8 GB Dual-Channel RAM	16 GB DDR4 / DDR5 / Unified Memory
Graphics (GPU)	NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti / AMD RX 570 / Apple Metal 3	NVIDIA RTX 3060 / AMD RX 6600 XT (8 GB+)
Build Version	v1.15.2	v1.15.2 (Verified Full Desktop Release)

Related Guides: Installation Guide | Crash & Error Fixes | Update & Patch Notes

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.