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Moo wrote:
My PC is getting a little old now but I really want to play bioshock so
I've been trying out the demo.

I've got:

P4 3.2
1.5 gig DDR ram
Abit IC7 mobo
AGP 6800 GT

Unfortunately it just runs a bit poo, I've dropped the res to 1024x768,
lowered most of the settings but it still slows down a fair bit when
there's any action which usually results in me getting a smack round the
back of my head by some mask wearing fool.

Running the 162.18 drivers, gonna try the beta ones see if they make
much difference shortly.

Given the mobo I have etc (no pci-e, DDR2 etc) I'm limited to what I can
upgrade, as when I do replaced the kit it'll all have to be done.

Any suggestions?

I have a somewhat similar setup: P4-2.4, 1GB memory, Gigabyte 8PE667 Ultra
mainboard (or something to that effect). However, my card is a 7600GT with
256MB of memory.

I've lowered the settings quite a bit, but am running at 1680x1050
widescreen, and it performs acceptable for me, although I'm looking
forward to finalizing the order of my new gaming rig, to try it out on
that (Q6600/2G/8800GTX).

The 7600GT is priced quite affordable, so perhaps that's an option. Others
in the group can perhaps fill you in on what the fastest available AGP
card is, if you want to invest more money.

Hope this helps.

Regards,

Patrick.