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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition System Requirements

November 14, 2019World's Edge78/100

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is a remastered version of the classic RTS, featuring updated visuals and audio. It includes all previous content plus the "The Last Khans" expansion, adding new campaigns and civilizations.

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Core i5-4460, Nvidia GeForce GTX, 8 GB RAM. Recommended: 16 GB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 64bit
Processor
Intel Core i5-4460 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200CPU Deals
RAM
8 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 / AMD Radeon HD 5850GPU Deals
DirectX
11
Storage
30 GB available spaceSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 10 64bit
Processor
Intel Core i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 5 1600CPU Deals
RAM
16 GB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 / AMD Radeon RX 570GPU Deals
DirectX
11
Storage
30 GB available spaceSSD Deals

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Quick Performance Tips for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

#1

Lower the resolution for a significant performance boost.

#2

Disable shadows and lighting effects for better frame rates.

#3

Close unnecessary background applications to free up RAM.

#4

Update your graphics drivers for optimal performance.

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on a low-end PC?▼
Potentially, but you'll need at least an Intel Core i5-4460 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 CPU, a Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 or AMD Radeon HD 5850 GPU, and 8 GB of RAM to meet the minimum requirements. Expect lower graphics settings and potentially lower frame rates.
What GPU do I need for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition?▼
The minimum GPU is a Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 or AMD Radeon HD 5850. For a smoother experience, especially at higher resolutions and settings, an Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon RX 570 is recommended.
How much RAM does Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition need?▼
You'll need at least 8 GB of RAM to run the game. However, 16 GB of RAM is recommended for a more stable experience, especially in larger games with many units.
Will Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition run on integrated graphics?▼
While it *might* run on some modern integrated graphics solutions (like those found in recent AMD Ryzen APUs), performance will likely be poor, even at the lowest settings and resolution. A dedicated graphics card is highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition?▼
This depends on your hardware. Start with the 'Medium' preset and adjust from there. If you're experiencing lag, lower settings like shadows, lighting, and texture quality. Consider lowering the resolution for a significant performance boost.
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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Game Info

Developer

World's Edge

Publisher

Xbox Game Studios

Release Date

November 14, 2019

Platforms

Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One

Genres

Real Time Strategy (RTS)Strategy

Game Modes

  • Single player
  • Multiplayer
  • Co-operative
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