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Command & Conquer Generals System Requirements

February 1, 2003EA Pacific

Control a global superpower and wage war with advanced military technology in Command & Conquer Generals. Select a faction, master its arsenal, and engage in strategic combat across a single-player campaign or intense multiplayer battles.

Command & Conquer Generals Minimum & Recommended Specs

Minimum: Intel Pentium III, 32MB AGP Video, 128MB RAM. Recommended: 256MB RAM RAM.

Minimum System Requirements

OS
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
Processor
Intel Pentium III or AMD Athlon 800MHzCPU Deals
RAM
128MB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
32MB AGP Video Card with DirectX 8.1 compatible driverGPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 8.1
Storage
1.8GBSSD Deals

Recommended System Requirements

OS
Windows 98/ME/2000/XP
Processor
Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon 1.8GHzCPU Deals
RAM
256MB RAMRAM Deals
Graphics Card
64MB AGP Video Card with DirectX 8.1 compatible driverGPU Deals
DirectX
DirectX 8.1
Storage
1.8GBSSD Deals

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Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon 1.8GHz

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64MB AGP Video Card with DirectX 8.1 compatible driver

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Quick Performance Tips for Command & Conquer Generals

#1

Lower the game resolution for better performance.

#2

Disable shadows to significantly improve frame rates.

#3

Reduce the unit detail level in the settings.

#4

Close background applications while playing.

Command & Conquer Generals System Requirements FAQ

Can I run Command & Conquer Generals on a low-end PC?▼
Yes, Generals is designed to run on older systems. The minimum requirements are quite low, so even a basic PC from the early 2000s should be able to handle it. However, expect lower graphics settings and potentially some lag during large battles.
What GPU do I need for Command & Conquer Generals?▼
The minimum requirement is a 32MB AGP video card with a DirectX 8.1 compatible driver. A 64MB AGP card is recommended. Cards like the GeForce 4 or Radeon 9000 series should work well.
How much RAM does Command & Conquer Generals need?▼
Generals requires a minimum of 128MB of RAM. 256MB is recommended for smoother gameplay, especially with larger maps and more units.
Will Command & Conquer Generals run on integrated graphics?▼
It depends on the integrated graphics chip. Older integrated graphics solutions might struggle, especially with larger battles. If you meet the other minimum requirements, it's worth trying, but performance may be limited. Adjust graphics settings accordingly.
What is the best graphics settings for Command & Conquer Generals?▼
For optimal performance, especially on older systems, start with the lowest graphics settings. Increase them gradually until you find a balance between visual quality and smooth gameplay. Lowering resolution and disabling shadows often provides the biggest performance boost.
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Command & Conquer Generals Game Info

Developer

EA Pacific

Publisher

Electronic Arts

Release Date

February 1, 2003

Platforms

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac

Genres

Real Time Strategy (RTS)Strategy

Game Modes

  • Single player
  • Multiplayer
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