What are the desktop system requirements for Dead Cells (v35)?

Dead Cells (v35) 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 Dead Cells (v35) 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 Dead Cells to v35 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 v35.

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

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Quick Fix for Dead Cells Crashes & Launch Errors: Over 90% of startup crashes, missing DLL errors on Windows, and Gatekeeper prompts on macOS in Dead Cells (v35) are resolved by installing vc_redist.x64.exe, whitelisting the folder in Windows Security (or running xattr -cr on Mac), and launching as Administrator.

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Common Dead Cells 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/Dead Cells.app"` in Terminal.

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

Dead Cells – 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 Dead Cells (v35), check these default desktop directories:

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

Release Metadata Summary – Dead Cells

Title / Package: Dead Cells
Verified Build Version: v35
Archive Size: 2 GB
Category: GameApplication
Target Desktop OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) & macOS Desktop (Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3/M4 & Intel)
Primary Download Hub: Download Dead Cells (v35) Full Desktop Build

Frequently Asked Questions – Dead Cells (v35)

Is Dead Cells completely free?

This page offers a free download of the pre-installed v35 build (2 GB). The game itself is a paid title on Steam, and the original developers ask that you support them by purchasing it there if you enjoy it.

How do I install Dead Cells from this download?

Extract the game folder to a location excluded from your antivirus, install any required apps from the Redist or _CommonRedist folder, then launch Dead Cells.exe as administrator. There's no setup wizard since the build is pre-installed.

What version is this Dead Cells download?

It's version v35, matching build 23762174 — the same as the latest Steam build as of June 16, 2026. The package was last updated June 17, 2026.

Does Dead Cells work on Steam Deck and with a controller?

Yes. The game is Steam Deck verified and supports full controller input, which our team found noticeably more precise than touch controls on mobile.

What are the system requirements?

The listed recommended specs are Windows 7+, an Intel i5+ processor, 4 GB RAM, an Nvidia GTX 460 / Radeon HD 7800 or better, and 500 MB of available storage.

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.