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New generation games are fueled with high detailed graphics, more realistic gameplay, and more game modes. They offer a better experience in most ways, but the old generation games are still a gold mine for gamers. We remember them with good scenarios, impressive technologies for their age, and lesser minor bugs than today. If you want to play qualified games with old computers, here are the top 10 low-spec games.
Of course, the ‘low-spec’ term is relative. We referenced a computer with 4GB RAM, Intel Quad-Core CPU, and a 1GB video card. These specs are primarily included in a computer manufactured in the early 2010s. We also mentioned the minimum system requirements of the games listed; you can inspect and compare them with your computer’s specs. Here’s our top 10 list of Low-Spec Games for Old Computers.
10. Half-Life 2
There’s probably no one who hasn’t heard about the Half-Life series. The first game is one of the most iconic games ever; it brought significant changes to the game industry. Yes, the first game was a technical revolution, but the second game offers a more profound and darker story. It makes you feel hopeless, and the characters are also profound. Even if you have a high-end computer, you should give this game a shot.
- OS: Windows 7, Vista, XP
- Processor: 1.7 GHz
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 8.1 level Graphics Card (Requires support for SSE)
- Storage: 6500 MB available space
9. Mount & Blade: Warband
Mount & Blade is one of the greatest middle-aged action games. You might remember the news about the series’ latest game, Bannerlord, which has been in development for many years. The series’ roots are mainly from Warband, and it’s still an excellent middle-aged game for 2022. Its community support is still alive, which is another reason to play it.
- OS: Windows XP or greater
- CPU: Intel Core Duo T2450
- Memory: 1 GB
- Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200
- File Size: 100 MB
8. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Also known as ETS 2, the game is still the best truck simulator. It was released on 2012, but the game is still good enough to bring an enjoyable driving experience. The developers also confirmed that a game following Euro Truck Simulator 2 is currently not in development, so we’ll probably have to stick with this one for a while. Also, if your system isn’t very low-spec, you can give a shot to the multiplayer mod called TruckersMP.
- OS: Windows 7
- Processor: Dual-core CPU 2.4 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTS 450-class (Intel HD 4000)
- Hard Drive: 12 GB available space
7. Left 4 Dead 2
If you like co-op games, or you like playing games with your friends, Left 4 Dead 2 is one of the best choices. You can team up with your 3 friends and head up to battle with zombies. You’ll be in a live race to reach the safehouse on every map, and you have to survive with your friends. It’s breathtaking action, and the game is above its system requirements.
- OS: Windows® 7 32/64-bit / Vista 32/64 / XP
- Processor: Pentium 4 3.0GHz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Video card with 128 MB, Shader model 2.0
- Storage: 13 GB of available space
6. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Skyrim might be a heavy game with the mods, but it’s a low-spec game in its original version. Especially if your graphics card is a little stronger, your PC can handle the game easily. We’re in 2022, but Skyrim is still the latest game of the series. Despite that, we’re expecting to see the 6th game shortly. The game contains a strong RPG experience, and you can extend the playability with mods if you think your PC can handle it.
- OS: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version)
- Processor: Intel i5-750/AMD Phenom II X4-945
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB
- Storage: 12 GB of available space
5. Blur
Some of you might remember this legend. Blur was released in 2010, and it brought a new experience to racing games. There are many racing games with different playstyles in the racing category right now, but Blur was the game that started the mainstream. Despite its different playstyle, the game’s cards and maps are still impressive. Unfortunately, we haven’t seen a sequel for Blur. There are still several fans of this game, and we’re still hoping to see a sequel after many years. Until that, we have a rusted game in our hands.
- CPU: Intel Pentium D Dual Core 3.4ghz or better
- RAM: 2GB
- GPU: 256MB Video Card
- OS: Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
- Storage: 14GB of available space
4. Garry’s Mod
Are you a sandbox lover? Sandbox games push the RAM and CPU, but there are still great choices to play. Garry’s Mod is still one of the best sandbox games in 2022, and its requirements depend on the add-ons you might include in your experience. You can play Garry’s Mod without adding too many add-ons if you’ve got a low-spec PC, like in most sandbox games.
- OS: Windows® 7/8/8.1/10
- Processor: 2.5 GHz Processor or better
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1GB dedicated VRAM or better
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 20 GB of available space
3. Undertale
We talked about the old games in the entire list, but there’s also a new one. You might have heard about Undertale; it seems simple at first look. And it is. The game brings all the good ways of being simplistic. Its story isn’t deep, and the game doesn’t even have good graphics. Undertale tells a great story with an impressive gameplay experience. Also, it’s one of the best indie games ever.
- OS: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, or 10
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 128MB
- Storage: 200 MB available space
2. Journey
The Journey game is a bit difficult to explain because its playstyle isn’t similar to anything we have ever seen. The name defines its experience very well: a journey. Basically, you’re running in the whole game and facing puzzles. The game supports the experience with its fabulous visuals and relaxing music. Also, the game has a multiplayer mode, and its style is also different from the others. Imagine a game where you’re unfamiliar with the environment and running away. It would be best if you played the game to understand the Journey.
- OS: Windows 7
- Memory: 4 GB
- Graphics Card: ATI Radeon HD 5750
- CPU: Intel Core i3-2120
- File Size: 4 GB
1. L.A. Noire
L.A. Noire is a detective game from Rockstar Games, which might be the best of its kind. Rockstar didn’t develop the game, but we can see their style in it. It has GTA IV’s mechanics, but the story differs from the GTA series. If you enjoy pretending to be a detective and deeply inspecting every detail in a case, L.A. Noire is the experience you’ve been looking for. The game is available on many platforms, but if we talk about the PC, here are the requirements:
- OS: Windows 7 64-Bit Service Pack 1
- Processor: Intel CPUs – Dual Core 2.2 GHz to Quad Core 3.2GHz; AMD CPU – Dual Core 2.4Ghz to Quad Core 3.2Ghz
- Memory: 2GB to 8GB
- Hard Drive: 16GB Available
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT 512MB to NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 1536MB or Radeon HD3000 512MB to Radeon HD 6850 1024MB
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9 compatible
What are your thoughts about the games? If you have other game suggestions for our best low-specs games list, you can pitch them in the comment section. Also, you can get those games on Steam if you want to get digital.
