PC requirements
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Retribution System Requirements
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Retribution needs at least Pentium IV 3.2Ghz, or any dual core processor, 1GB (XP), 1.5GB (Vista), 1.5 GB (Windows 7) of RAM and 128 MB Video Card using Shader Model 3 (Nvidia GeForce 6600 GT / ATI X1600) graphics. For the recommended experience you want Any Core 2 , Athlon X2, or better, 2GB RAM or higher (XP, Vista, Windows 7) and 256 MB Video Card using Shader Model 3 (Nvidia GeForce 7800GT or any Nvidia GT200 series or better, ATI X1900 or any HD3600 series or better graphics.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, Windows 7 | Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista, Windows 7 |
| Processor | Pentium IV 3.2Ghz, or any dual core processor | Any Core 2 , Athlon X2, or better |
| Memory | 1GB (XP), 1.5GB (Vista), 1.5 GB (Windows 7) | 2GB RAM or higher (XP, Vista, Windows 7) |
| Graphics | 128 MB Video Card using Shader Model 3 (Nvidia GeForce 6600 GT / ATI X1600) | 256 MB Video Card using Shader Model 3 (Nvidia GeForce 7800GT or any Nvidia GT200 series or better, ATI X1900 or any HD3600 series or better |
| Storage | 8.5GB space free | 8.5GB space free |
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Quick answers
Running Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Retribution on PC
Can my PC run Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Retribution?
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 Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Retribution need?
8.5GB space free
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.