PC video game question

Archie F. Swin · 01-03-2005, 09:04 AM

My daughter got the game Zoo Tycoon 2 for Christmas. Turns out it's a big hit for the whole family. Here's our problem, things run smoothly when you begin to builld your zoo, but as your layout gains some size, the computer/game slows down. I got half way through a "medium" zoo and damn near locked 'er up. The response to mouse clicks was coming some 15-25 seconds later. I have a feeling the game may be too graphically demanding for our PC.

What kind of "go-fast parts" do I need for my computer?

**Saulbadguy** · 01-03-2005, 09:06 AM

Video card. Some more memory wouldn't hurt either.

Also, try lowering the graphic detail in the game.

HC_Chief · 01-03-2005, 09:07 AM

A good AGP video card.

ATI Radeon 9700 & up
nVidia FX 5600 and up

You may also wish to add more system memory. I recommend 1GB, minimum.

Check prices at http://www.pricewatch.com/

**Lzen** · 01-03-2005, 09:11 AM

Throw your computer out the window and go buy a new one. Hope that helps.

Jenson71 · 01-03-2005, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saulbadguy

Also, try lowering the graphic detail in the game.

Is that something you do out of the game or an in game option?

**Saulbadguy** · 01-03-2005, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jenson71

Is that something you do out of the game or an in game option?

Probably an in game option.

01-03-2005, 09:04 AM
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01-03-2005, 09:06 AM	#2
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01-03-2005, 09:11 AM	#4
Lzen Supporter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Jan Quadrant Vincent 16 Casino cash: $2250692	Throw your computer out the window and go buy a new one. Hope that helps. __________________ If at first you don't succeed ...skydiving is not for you.
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