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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome System Requirements

May 16, 2023Wicked Witch Software

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome is the fourth expansion, integrating the original Age of Empires content into the Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition engine. It features the original sixteen civilizations, plus the new Lac Viet, three campaigns, and introduces the Romans as a playable civilization in Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition.

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome 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 i5-7600K / 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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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome on a low-end PC?▼
If your PC meets the minimum requirements (Intel Core i5-4460/AMD Ryzen 3 1200, Nvidia GeForce GTX 650/AMD Radeon HD 5850, 8GB RAM), you should be able to run the game, but expect lower frame rates and potentially need to lower graphics settings. Performance will vary depending on your specific hardware.
What GPU do I need for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome?▼
The minimum GPU is an Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 or AMD Radeon HD 5850. For a smoother experience at higher settings, an Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 or AMD Radeon RX 570 is recommended.
How much RAM does Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome need?▼
The game requires at least 8 GB of RAM to run. However, 16 GB of RAM is recommended for optimal performance, especially when playing with larger populations or on larger maps.
Will Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome run on integrated graphics?▼
While it *might* run on some newer, more powerful integrated graphics solutions, it's not officially supported. You'll likely experience significant performance issues and may not be able to play comfortably. A dedicated graphics card is highly recommended.
What is the best graphics settings for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome?▼
This depends on your hardware. Start with medium settings and adjust from there. If you're experiencing lag, lower settings like shadows, textures, and anti-aliasing. Experiment to find the best balance between visual quality and performance.
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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - Return of Rome Game Info

Developer

Wicked Witch Software

Publisher

Xbox Game Studios

Release Date

May 16, 2023

Platforms

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

Genres

Real Time Strategy (RTS)StrategyAdventure

Game Modes

  • Single player
  • Multiplayer
  • Co-operative
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