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Can I Run Rise of Nations: Extended Edition?

SkyBox Labs · 2014

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Can You Run Rise of Nations: Extended Edition?

Pick your CPU, GPU, RAM and OS — we check each one against Rise of Nations: Extended Edition’s official minimum and recommended requirements.

Your PC

You can run Rise of Nations: Extended Edition — and then some

Your PC meets the recommended requirements. Expect a great experience.

ComponentYour PCMinimumRecommended
GPUGeForce RTX 4060Direct X 10+ Capable GPUDirect X 11+
CPUCore i5-134001.62.6 Ghz
RAM16 GB1 GB4 GB
OSWindows 11Windows Vista, 7, 8.1+Windows 7, 8.1+

Verdict compares your components against the game’s published requirements using our GPU/CPU benchmark database. Estimates — real performance varies with drivers, settings and cooling.

Estimated FPS at 1080p

GAMERSPECS ESTIMATEEstimated using the GamerSpecs performance model. Actual FPS may vary depending on drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.How is this calculated? →

Rise of Nations: Extended Edition is a moderately demanding simulation game from 2014. On a mid-range GPU like the RTX 4060 it averages around 103 FPS at 1080p, while budget cards manage roughly 47 FPS and high-end hardware pushes about 197 FPS. Most gaming PCs from the last several years should handle it comfortably.

Budget GPU

GTX 1650 / RX 6500 XT

~42–52 FPS

Low Performance

Mid-range GPU

RTX 4060 / RX 7600

~95–115 FPS

Great

High-end GPU

RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX

~175–215 FPS

Excellent

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Rise of Nations: Extended Edition System Requirements

The official minimum and recommended PC specs for Rise of Nations: Extended Edition, component by component.

ComponentMinimumRecommended
OSWindows Vista, 7, 8.1+Windows 7, 8.1+
Processor1.62.6 Ghz
Memory1 GB RAM4 GB RAM
GraphicsDirect X 10+ Capable GPUDirect X 11+
DirectXVersion 10Version 11
Storage3 GB available space5 GB available space
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Minimum

OS *: Windows Vista, 7, 8.1+ Processor: 1.6 Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: Direct X 10+ Capable GPU DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 3 GB available space Sound Card: Direct X Compatible Sound Card Additional Notes: GPU at least (Integrated HD 3000, 8600GT, etc)

Recommended

OS *: Windows 7, 8.1+ Processor: 2.6 Ghz Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Direct X 11+ DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 5 GB available space Additional Notes: GeForce 9800GTX, Radeon 4850+

Requirements sourced from the official Steam store listing.

Rise of Nations: Extended Edition — FAQ

Can I run Rise of Nations: Extended Edition?+

On a mid-range GPU like an RTX 4060 you can expect around 103 FPS at 1080p in Rise of Nations: Extended Edition. Budget GPUs get about 47 FPS and high-end GPUs around 197 FPS. Use the checker on this page to test your exact CPU, GPU, RAM and OS against the official requirements.

What are the minimum system requirements for Rise of Nations: Extended Edition?+

Rise of Nations: Extended Edition needs at least a 1.6 processor, a Direct X 10+ Capable GPU graphics card, 1GB of RAM, 3 GB available space of storage, running Windows Vista, 7, 8.1+.

Can Rise of Nations: Extended Edition run without a graphics card?+

No — Rise of Nations: Extended Edition is too demanding for integrated graphics. You'll need a dedicated GPU (minimum: Direct X 10+ Capable GPU).

How much RAM does Rise of Nations: Extended Edition need?+

Rise of Nations: Extended Edition officially requires a minimum of 1GB of RAM, with 4GB recommended for smooth performance. 16GB is a comfortable amount for modern gaming overall.

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FPS values displayed on GamerSpecs are estimates. Actual game performance may vary depending on hardware configuration, drivers, cooling, power limits, background applications, and game updates.