Close heavy programs like web browsers or video editors. Decompressing a highly compressed game utilizes a massive amount of CPU power and RAM.
~12GB (will be much less after decompression) 0.5.2 download darksiders 1 pc highly compressed
1 GB RAM (Windows XP) / 2 GB RAM (Vista / Windows 7) Close heavy programs like web browsers or video editors
: While a "highly compressed" download might be significantly smaller than the original 12 GB, it often takes much longer to install because your CPU has to "unpack" the data. NVIDIA GeForce GTS 240 / ATI Radeon HD3870 (256MB) 0
NVIDIA GeForce GTS 240 / ATI Radeon HD3870 (256MB) 0.5.2 How to Install Highly Compressed Darksiders 1
A highly compressed pirated version might save a few GB of bandwidth, but it won’t include updates, controller fixes, or the higher-resolution textures of the Warmastered Edition.
: The intense decompression process can put a heavy load on your CPU, causing it to run hot. It's a good idea to monitor your CPU temperature if you're using a laptop or a system with stock cooling.