PC requirements
Age of Empires II: HD Edition System Requirements
Age of Empires II: HD Edition needs at least 1.2GHZ CPU, 1 GB RAM and Direct X 9.0c Capable GPU graphics.
| Component | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows Vista, 7, 8 Pro+ |
| Processor | 1.2GHZ CPU |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Direct X 9.0c Capable GPU |
| Storage | 2 GB HD space |
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Quick answers
Running Age of Empires II: HD Edition on PC
Can my PC run Age of Empires II: HD Edition?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does Age of Empires II: HD Edition need?
2 GB HD space