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Here's what you'll need to run Champions Online

by: John -
More On: Champions Online
I just got started in the beta but if you are curious as to what type of computer you'll need to run Champions Online, well here it is.


Minimum System Requirements

  • OS:Windows XP/Vista
  • CPU:2.5GHz Single Core or 1.8GHz Dual Core
  • Memory:1GB RAM
  • Video:NVIDIA GeForce 7800 / ATI Radeon X700 or HD / Intel Graphics with Dual Core
  • Sound:DirectX Compatible Soundcard
  • HDD:5GB Free Disk Space
  • Network:ADSL / Cable Modem
  • Disc:DVD-ROM
  • Driver:DirectX 9.0c

Recommended System Configuration

  • OS:Windows XP/Vista
  • CPU:2GHz Dual Core or Better
  • Memory:2GB RAM or Better
  • Video:NVIDIA GeForce 8800 or Better / ATI Radeon HD3850 or Better
  • Sound:DirectX Compatible Soundcard
  • HDD:5GB Free Disk Space
  • Network:ADSL / Cable Modem or Better
  • Disc:DVD-ROM
  • Driver:DirectX 9.0c


To check if your computer meets the minimum system specifications:

  1. Click Start, then Run.
  2. In the Open box, enter dxdiag.
    1. Vista users will have to click through any approval dialogs which appear due to User Account Control settings
  3. Click OK to launch the DirectX Diagnostic Tool.
  4. Click Yes.
  5. Review your system specifications by clicking on the related tabs:
    • System: Operating system, processor, and RAM. Note that Intel Dual-Core processors are named "Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU"
    • Display: Graphics card manufacturer and chip type
    • Input: Keyboard and mouse