Before you download, ensure your rig can handle the journey: 15 GB available space. Minimum GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GT or ATI Radeon HD 5870.

Director Hidetaka Miyazaki has noted that DS2 provided the "connections and ideas" that carried the rest of the Souls series forward.

A Microsoft Xbox 360® Controller (or equivalent) is highly recommended for the best experience. What Makes Dark Souls 2 Unique?

Rather than risking your PC with unofficial downloads, keep an eye on these trusted platforms where the game frequently goes on deep sale:

: The most reliable source for the PC version, offering cloud saves and easy mod management.