The original PtDE PC port is notorious for poor optimization. Most users consider the following steps mandatory for a functional experience:
: It is highly recommended to use a controller, as keyboard and mouse support in this version is widely considered "broken" without additional mods like DSMfix. File: DARK.SOULS.Prepare.To.Die.Edition.v1.1.zi...
: This version is crucial for stability and was originally released to address early performance issues. The original PtDE PC port is notorious for poor optimization
: Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition (PtDE) was released for PC in August 2012. File: DARK.SOULS.Prepare.To.Die.Edition.v1.1.zi...
: Files should typically be extracted into the game's DATA folder, usually found at ...\SteamApps\common\Dark Souls Prepare to Die Edition\DATA .