Reveille said:
When I do get a new machine, it won'nt be a top of the line machine as I have no need for one. Prolly be fine with 1 gig of RAM, I don't the machine to be so blazing fast that I won't be able to play MOO2 on it. Actually, I just might dip into my inheritance to get a new computer. Should have plenty left after buying an (new) HDTV. Of course, I'm not so sure, as I don't wat to spend a fortune on a sound system I'll never get to use the full potential of [bedroom].
You need 2 gig of ram.
My view of computers is this: You don't need top of the line, but going bottom of the line will cost you as well.
A good upper midrange machine is usually a good short term value in power, and long term value in viability and longevity. Every PC I've ever built barring one is still 100% functional beyond HD failure (and since this spans back to '97, it's an accomplishment). Now, one's been dismantled because, while vialble, it wasn't worth much from a usability standpoint (P2 300). The only one that had failure issues had the motherboard die after 2 years, and I had to swap it out.
Well, one I shorted out part of the board so the USB ports don't work right, but that was my bad, and that PC is still running as well.
This is a total of 5 different PCs. All pieced togeather. Usually the only upgrade being memory increases or HD additions, though I did replace the video card on one.
So, basically, don't skimp.
As for running MOO2, there are programs that can slow down your PC so you can play older games. However if you think a PC is going to be too fast, the answer is, even the slowest modern desktop PC will be too fast IF it's an issue for that game (And I don't think it is). I'd be more worried about software/hardware compatability.
