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2013 · Strategy

Age of Empires II (Retired) System Requirements

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target 60—frames per second0144
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min. 1.2GHZ CPU

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1 GB
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Storageneeds 2 GB

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System requirements

SpecificationMinimum
OSWindows Vista, 7, 8 Pro+
Processor1.2GHZ CPU
GraphicsDirect X 9.0c Capable GPU
Memory1 GB
Storage2 GB

Requirements taken from the Steam store page on 2026-09-07.Xbox Game Studios only publishes minimum requirements for Age of Empires II (Retired).

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Common questions

What are the minimum requirements for Age of Empires II (Retired)?

1.2GHZ CPU or equivalent, Direct X 9.0c Capable GPU, 1 GB of RAM and 2 GB of free space on Windows Vista, 7, 8 Pro+.

How do I check whether my PC can run Age of Empires II (Retired)?

Use the check on this page. It reads your graphics card, CPU threads and memory from the browser and shows the preset, resolution and expected frame rate — no download and no sign-up.

What frame rate should I aim for in Age of Empires II (Retired)?

60 fps at your monitor's native resolution. Lower the preset first — running below native resolution is more noticeable than reduced shadows.