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System Requirements Command & Conquer: Red Alert

Minimum System Requirements

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The minimum system requirements for C&C 2 specify the PC configuration on which the game can be run without issues at minimum graphics settings.

• OS: Windows 95/98
• CPU: Intel Pentium E2160 @ 1.80GHz [Will it run?]
• RAM: 8 Мб
• Free Space: 50 Мб
• Video Card: GeForce2 MX/MX 400; GeForce2 MX 100/200 (1 Мб) [Compare with your own]
• Sound Card: Compatible with DirectSound
• Additional: Keyboard, Mouse

Recommended System Requirements

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Recommended system requirements for C&C 2 show the type of computer needed to run the game at maximum graphics settings while playing without lag and with a high frame rate (FPS).

• OS: Windows 95/98
• CPU: Intel Pentium 967 @ 1.30GHz [Will it run?]
• RAM: 16 Мб
• Free Space: 50 Мб
• Video Card: GeForce4 MX 4000 (2 Мб) [Compare with your own]
• Sound Card: Compatible with DirectSound
• Additional: Keyboard, Mouse

Requirements updated: August 26, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about system requirements Command & Conquer: Red Alert

Will Command & Conquer: Red Alert run on my PC?

Minimum to run Command & Conquer: Red Alert: processor Intel Pentium E2160 @ 1.80GHz, graphics card GeForce2 MX/MX 400; GeForce2 MX 100/200 (1 Мб), 8 Мб of RAM. Check your computer with the free test on this page.

How much does Command & Conquer: Red Alert weigh on PC?

To install Command & Conquer: Red Alert you need 50 Мб of free disk space.

What graphics card is needed for Command & Conquer: Red Alert?

The minimum graphics card for Command & Conquer: Red Alert: GeForce2 MX/MX 400; GeForce2 MX 100/200 (1 Мб). Recommended: GeForce4 MX 4000 (2 Мб).

How much RAM is needed for Command & Conquer: Red Alert?

For Command & Conquer: Red Alert, at least 8 Мб of RAM is required. Recommended 16 Мб.