What is the Visual Enhancements update?
This update improves The Long Dark's visual quality across the game. It includes upgraded lighting and environmental details, as well as updated effects to enhance immersion and overall realism.
Video preview of Visual Enhancements
List of Enhancements and Platform Availability
General FAQ:
Q. Will the Visual Enhancements work on my system?
A. The Enhancements are designed for high-end systems, so they’ll mainly benefit high-end PCs or top-tier consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S or X. We recommend Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU (or equivalent), a 3GHz+ CPU, and 32GB of system RAM.
Q. When will this become available to download?
A. The update will be available to PC (Steam and Epic Games) on May 27th first, with console versions to follow.
Q: Do I need to pay for this update?
A: No, the Visual Enhancements Update is free for all players who own the game.
Q. Can I transfer my PS4 -> PS5, or Xbox One -> Xbox Series?
A. Yes. We have created an in-game method to simplify the transfer when the update has been released. See PlayStation 4 save migration.
Q: Can I turn off or adjust the Visual Enhancements?
A: Yes, the settings menu allows you to adjust certain graphical options to suit your system and preferences. You can find this by going to 'Options' > 'Visuals'.
Q: Do I need to start a new game to see the changes?
A: No, The Enhancements will apply to your current saves, so you can jump back in and enjoy the updated visuals.
Q: Where can I report bugs or give feedback?
A: Feedback and bug reports can be sent to us by submitting a Support Request. You can also start or join an existing discussion with the community on Hinterland Forums.
Still have questions? Feel free to send us a Support Request. We're happy to help.