Suggest some good PC games (XP compatible)
04-19-02, 10:03 AM
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Suggest some good PC games (XP compatible)
I just got a bought a new PC and need some game suggestions...
(Dell 8200 w/Pentium 4 processor at 1.8 GHz, 256MB RDRAM)
(Dell 8200 w/Pentium 4 processor at 1.8 GHz, 256MB RDRAM)
04-19-02, 10:24 AM
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I know that Everquest: Scars of Velious is listed on the compatibility list for XP (I'm upgrading to XP myself), but have not seen Everquest:Shadows of Luclin - which has higher memory requirements (512 MB). Having played EQ for about 2-3 years, I still enjoy it. Only thing is is that the game is a real time hog.
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04-19-02, 10:41 AM
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If you are a fan of strategy games, then definitely check out Civilization 3 and Heroes of Might and Magic IV. Both are top-notch entries in established series.
04-19-02, 10:48 AM
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This link to Microsoft's website should take you to the compatibility listings - for whatever that's worth.
04-19-02, 11:25 AM
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The vast majority of windows based games should be XP compatible; even a fair number of old DOS games are XP compatible. All games produced within the last 2-3 years should be XP compatible.
I second the Diablo II suggestion. It's a great game if that's the type of game you are interested. But it might be worthwhile to spend a few extra bucks to get the Lord of Destruction expansion pack as well. You get better graphics and 2 additional classes to play with. Plus, most people on Battle.net only play LOD games now instead of original D2 games.
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I second the Diablo II suggestion. It's a great game if that's the type of game you are interested. But it might be worthwhile to spend a few extra bucks to get the Lord of Destruction expansion pack as well. You get better graphics and 2 additional classes to play with. Plus, most people on Battle.net only play LOD games now instead of original D2 games.
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04-19-02, 11:27 AM
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Originally posted by ~~ PAL ~~
It's a great game if that's the type of game you are interested. But it might be worthwhile to spend a few extra bucks to get the Lord of Destruction expansion pack as well.
It's a great game if that's the type of game you are interested. But it might be worthwhile to spend a few extra bucks to get the Lord of Destruction expansion pack as well.
04-19-02, 12:02 PM
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Originally posted by ~~ PAL ~~
The vast majority of windows based games should be XP compatible; even a fair number of old DOS games are XP compatible. All games produced within the last 2-3 years should be XP compatible.
I second the Diablo II suggestion. It's a great game if that's the type of game you are interested. But it might be worthwhile to spend a few extra bucks to get the Lord of Destruction expansion pack as well. You get better graphics and 2 additional classes to play with. Plus, most people on Battle.net only play LOD games now instead of original D2 games.
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The vast majority of windows based games should be XP compatible; even a fair number of old DOS games are XP compatible. All games produced within the last 2-3 years should be XP compatible.
I second the Diablo II suggestion. It's a great game if that's the type of game you are interested. But it might be worthwhile to spend a few extra bucks to get the Lord of Destruction expansion pack as well. You get better graphics and 2 additional classes to play with. Plus, most people on Battle.net only play LOD games now instead of original D2 games.
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I guess this answers my question. So as long as I stick to fairly recent games I should be okay XP wise.....
04-19-02, 01:47 PM
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Originally posted by ReDsOx5048
If your in to sports (baseball)- High Heat Baseball 2003
OtherwiseI highly reccomend Max Payne
If your in to sports (baseball)- High Heat Baseball 2003
OtherwiseI highly reccomend Max Payne
I really liked Max Payne. I have it on XBOX.........
04-19-02, 01:56 PM
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Originally posted by JaxComet
I really liked Max Payne. I have it on XBOX.........
I really liked Max Payne. I have it on XBOX.........
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The aforementioned Medal of Honor: Allied Assault and Jedi Knight 2 Jedi Outcast are among my current favorites. I'd also recommend Command & Conquer Renegade and Star Trek Bridge Commander. Both are pretty fun and offer a good bit of eye candy special effects.
Enjoy the new computer.
Chris
Enjoy the new computer.
Chris
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If you like strategy and rpg games try Warlords battlecry II, it's not the best game graphically, but it's still a fun game.
I also reviewed it at the website in my sig
I also reviewed it at the website in my sig
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