- last post: 01.01.0001 12:00 AM PDT
I had that exact chipset, so i can assure you, it will work. As a matter of fact, your computer is same specs as mine (basically) cept I have a Dell Dimension E520 with a newly upgraded x1650 pro AT video card.
Your computer will run H2V, but you will lag (10-20fps) on the lowest settings and rez. On high settings and high rez, expect "slideshow gameplay" (1-4fps).
You read that right, on max settings, you can have as low as 1 fps.
On my new 100 dollar videocard the ATI Radeon x1650 pro 512MB, I have max settings and max rez with 15-20fps. And on the lowest settings lowest rez 30fps-45fps. The game lags an extraordinary amount compared to any other game I have. Half-Life 2 runs at a steady 32fps.
With your graphics card, expect to see your gameplay heavily affected in online gameplay, however, the campaign is still a lot of fun, with not to much lag in the way. If you can get a dedicated graphics card upgrade, then do so. If you don't have the money, then H2V is still an OK buy. If you were thinking of getting an XBOX or already have one, DO NOT GET HALO 2 VISTA. otherwise, the game is still fun.