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Gaming on a netbook?

Discussion in 'Mobile Computing' started by alisbin, Oct 10, 2008.

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  1. alisbin Newcomer, in training

    hey all,
    looking into the asus 1000h netbook and i'm wondering if anyone has tried play moderate games like mechcommander 2 or maybe even morrowind on it with any success? my main concern is the lack of a dedicated video card, all my notebooks have had some sort of very basic video card and i'm wondering how big a hit i'd take on older games.
    alisbin, Oct 10, 2008
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  2. Tmagic650 TechSpot Ambassador

    It is always a crapshoot when you use or choose a lesser laptop for gaming... With 1GB system RAM and an 80GB hard drive you may be ok. Don't expect too much, and you won't be disappointed
    Tmagic650, Oct 10, 2008
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  3. alisbin Newcomer, in training

    i'm not expecting to play major games :) and morrowind might be a stretch i admit, how about something in the neighborhood of an aurora/infinity engine game? (planescape: torment, the baldur's gate series. etc)?
    also, would upgrading to a 2 gig stick make much of a difference?
    alisbin, Oct 10, 2008
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  4. Tmagic650 TechSpot Ambassador

    Yes 2GB would help
    Tmagic650, Oct 10, 2008
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