What is Dark Souls: Remastered
- Dark Souls: Remastered is an updated version of the original Dark Souls (2011) by FromSoftware.
- It was released May 2018 for PS4, Xbox One, PC, and later on Nintendo Switch.
- The remaster includes the Artorias of the Abyss DLC in addition to the base game content.
✅ Minimum Requirements
- OS: Windows 7 (64‑bit), Service Pack 1
- CPU: Intel Core i5‑2300 @ 2.8 GHz or AMD FX‑6300 @ 3.5 GHz Steam Store+1
- RAM: 6 GB Steam Store+2OC3D+2
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (1 GB) or AMD Radeon HD 6870 (1 GB) Steam Store+2PCGameBenchmark+2
- DirectX: Version 11 Steam Store+1
- Storage: ~8 GB free space
⚙️ Recommended Requirements
- OS: Windows 10 (64‑bit) Steam Store+1
- CPU: Intel Core i5‑4570 @ 3.2 GHz or AMD FX‑8350 @ 4.2
- RAM: 8 GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 (2 GB) or AMD Radeon HD 7870 (2 GB)
- Storage: ~8 GB free space
What’s Improved / New Features
Here are the notable improvements and enhancements:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Graphics & Performance | Runs at 60 frames per second on most platforms, high‑definition visuals, improved textures, lighting etc. Steam Store+2Diario AS+2 |
| Resolutions | On PS4 Pro, Xbox One X, PC etc, higher resolutions / upscaled visuals; on Switch somewhat lower in handheld mode. Diario AS+1 |
| Multiplayer | Supports up to 6 players in online co‑op / PvP with dedicated servers; this is an upgrade over the older versions. Steam Store+2Metacritic+2 |
| Nintendo Switch Port | Adds portability (“play on the go”) for the first time for Dark Souls in this version. Best Buy Static Files |
Things That Remain the Same / What to Expect
The game retains its difficulty, challenging boss fights, exploration, “Souls‑like” mechanics (bonfires, stamina, dying & recovering souls, etc.). WIRED+2Steam Store+2
The overall game design, maps, story, character classes etc. are the same (plus the DLC). No full remake of the game mechanics; more of a polish/remaster. Diario AS+1
System Requirements (PC) / Platforms
From the information:
- OS: Windows 7 (64‑bit) or later for PC. Steam Store+1
- Minimum specs are modest: e.g. Intel Core i5‑2300 / AMD FX‑6300, 6 GB RAM, GPU like GTX 460 / Radeon HD 6870 (1 GB) for basic performance. Steam Store
- Recommended specs are higher: better CPU, 8 GB RAM, better GPU (e.g. GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7870) to run stable at 60 fps and higher resolutions. Steam Store
Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| + You get a polished version of a classic; better visuals, performance, more stable / modern multiplayer. | − Some of the visual improvements are modest; lighting / ambient colour changes aren’t universally loved. Reddit+1 |
| + Includes DLC (Artorias of the Abyss), so more content vs basic original. | − If you already played the original a lot (especially Prepare to Die / original PC version), there might be less “new” content to justify the full price. |
| + Portability on Switch is a strong plus for people who want to play on‑the‑go. | − On Switch version: lower frame rate in handheld, possibly lower visual fidelity. |
| + Better online infrastructure (dedicated servers, more players). | − Some people prefer original lighting / mood over remastered lighting changes; changes are not purely “better” depending on taste. |
