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DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin System Requirements

April 2, 2015FromSoftware87/100

*Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin* is the complete, graphically updated 2015 edition of *Dark Souls II*. It integrates all DLC, revises enemy placement and gameplay balance, and expands the narrative with new characters.

DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: AMD A8 3870, NVIDIA GeForce GTX, 4 GB RAM. Recommended: 8 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 7 SP1 64bit, Windows 8.1 64bit
Processor
AMD A8 3870 3.6GHz or Intel Core i3 2100 3.1GHzCPU Deals
RAM
4 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 465 or ATI Radeon HD 6870GPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 11
Storage
20 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 7 SP1 64bit, Windows 8.1 64bit
Processor
AMD FX 8150 3.6GHz or Intel Core i7 2600 3.4GHzCPU Deals
RAM
8 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750, ATI Radeon HD 7850GPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 11
Storage
20 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin

#1

Lower shadow quality for a significant FPS boost.

#2

Disable Anti-Aliasing for better performance.

#3

Set texture quality to medium if you have limited VRAM.

#4

Close unnecessary background applications.

#5

Run the game in fullscreen mode for optimal performance.

#6

Update your graphics drivers to the latest version.

DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin System Requirements FAQ

Can I run DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin on a low-end PC?
You can likely run the game at lower settings if your PC meets the minimum requirements (AMD A8 3870/Intel i3 2100, GTX 465/HD 6870, 4GB RAM). Expect lower framerates and visual fidelity.
What GPU do I need for DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin?
The minimum GPU is a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 465 or ATI Radeon HD 6870. For recommended settings, aim for a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 or ATI Radeon HD 7850.
How much RAM does DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin need?
The game requires a minimum of 4GB of RAM. 8GB of RAM is recommended for a smoother experience, especially at higher settings.
Will DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin run on integrated graphics?
It's unlikely to run well on integrated graphics. While technically possible on some newer integrated GPUs, expect very low framerates and significant performance issues. A dedicated GPU is highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin?
This depends on your hardware. Start with medium settings and adjust from there. Prioritize framerate over visual fidelity if you're struggling to maintain a stable 30 FPS. Consider turning off Anti-Aliasing and lowering shadow quality for a performance boost.
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DARK SOULS II: Scholar of the First Sin Game Info

Developer

FromSoftware

Publisher

Bandai Namco Entertainment

Release Date

April 2, 2015

Platforms

PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360, Xbox One

Genres

Role-playing (RPG)Adventure

Game Modes

  • Single player
  • Multiplayer
  • Co-operative
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