Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 959 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 904 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 849 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps | 671 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 885 fps | 708 fps | 575 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 974 fps | 779 fps | 624 fps | 507 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 948 fps | 758 fps | 607 fps | 493 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 895 fps | 716 fps | 573 fps | 466 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 816 fps | 653 fps | 522 fps | 425 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 737 fps | 590 fps | 472 fps | 383 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 632 fps | 506 fps | 404 fps | 329 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 458 fps | 367 fps | 293 fps | 238 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 863 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 986 fps | 801 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 885 fps | 719 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 834 fps | 678 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 980 fps | 784 fps | 637 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 968 fps | 774 fps | 619 fps | 503 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 830 fps | 664 fps | 531 fps | 431 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 731 fps | 585 fps | 468 fps | 380 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 711 fps | 569 fps | 455 fps | 370 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 672 fps | 537 fps | 430 fps | 349 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 612 fps | 490 fps | 392 fps | 318 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 553 fps | 442 fps | 354 fps | 288 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 474 fps | 379 fps | 303 fps | 246 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 344 fps | 275 fps | 220 fps | 179 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 885 fps | 708 fps | 566 fps | 460 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 822 fps | 657 fps | 526 fps | 427 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 737 fps | 590 fps | 472 fps | 383 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 695 fps | 556 fps | 445 fps | 362 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 653 fps | 522 fps | 418 fps | 340 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 516 fps | 413 fps | 330 fps | 268 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 442 fps | 354 fps | 283 fps | 230 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 390 fps | 312 fps | 249 fps | 203 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 379 fps | 303 fps | 243 fps | 197 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 358 fps | 287 fps | 229 fps | 186 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 327 fps | 261 fps | 209 fps | 170 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 295 fps | 236 fps | 189 fps | 153 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 253 fps | 202 fps | 162 fps | 131 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 183 fps | 147 fps | 117 fps | 95 fps |
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Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition is the 2012 PC port of the legendary action RPG that defined a genre. This challenging fantasy title combines methodical combat with interconnected level design and punishing difficulty, offering players a deeply rewarding experience that demands patience and skill. The inclusion of the Artorias of the Abyss DLC adds substantial endgame content for those ready to tackle even greater challenges.
Running Dark Souls on PC is highly accessible by modern standards. Most mid-range GPUs from the last decade will deliver smooth 60+ FPS at high graphics settings, while even modest integrated graphics can maintain playable performance. The game's minimum CPU score requirement of around 1236 and 2 GB RAM mean virtually any gaming PC built in the last 10 years will handle it comfortably, though a dedicated GPU ensures better benchmark results and consistent frame rates across varied graphics settings.
With a 91/100 rating, Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition remains essential for action RPG fans despite its age. If you appreciate challenging combat and atmospheric world design, this timeless classic absolutely deserves a place in your library.
Performance profile
August 2012 release. Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition targets mid-2000s-to-early-2010s hardware — any modern entry-level GPU (GTX 1650 tier or newer integrated graphics) handles it at 1080p Ultra without breaking a sweat.
RPGs like Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition stress VRAM during long sessions — texture streaming, mods and open-world traversal inflate memory use over time. 8 GB VRAM is a practical floor; 12 GB+ is worth the headroom at 1440p and above.
Extremely light — Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
