Can I Run Hearts of Iron 2 Complete?

Last updated: 16 June 2024

You must be wondering, can my PC run Hearts of Iron 2 Complete? On this page you will find Hearts of Iron 2 Complete system requirements for PC (Windows). We constantly update our data to provide you with latest and most accurate requirements.

Test your PC to see if it will run Hearts of Iron 2 Complete or check system requirement details for CPU, operating system, graphics and sound cards, required disk space and more for each of the supported platforms.

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Can I run it: HOI2

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Can my PC run HOI2?

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  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s CPU name will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Processor’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. In the opened menu click on ‘Device Manager’
  3. In ‘Device Manager’ click on the arrow next to ‘Display adapters’
  4. Under the drop-down, you will see the GPU that your computer is using

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. Your computer’s RAM will be displayed under ‘Device Specifications > Installed RAM’

  1. Right-click the Windows icon in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen
  2. Click on the ‘System’ Tab in the pop-up menu
  3. You can see if Windows is 64 or 32 bit under ‘System type’
  4. You can see Windows version under ‘Windows edition’

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HOI2 Windows Requirements

Hearts of Iron 2 Complete system requirements for Windows
Minimum Requirements
OS
OS
Windows 2000/XP
Processor
Processor
Memory
Memory
256 MB
Graphics
Graphics
4 MB video card DirectX compatible
DirectX
DirectX
9.0 or higher
Storage
Storage
600 MB
Sound Card
Sound Card
DirectX Compatible Sound Card

Hearts of Iron 2 Complete minimum requirements for Windows assume having at least Windows 2000/XP operating system. Your processor should be Pentium IV 1200 MHz or a more powerful one. The minimum RAM requirement is 256 MB. As for a graphics card, it should be 4 MB video card DirectX compatible. You also have to have 600 MB free disk space to install the game.

Game Details

Includes Hearts of Iron II plus the two expansions, Doomsday and Armageddon When Germany is defeated in 1945, the Allies and the new Soviet alliance fight for supremacy. World War III is drawing closer. Play as the ruler of one of 175 countries through World Wars II and III.

Release date
23 January, 2021
Categories
Single-player, Multi-player
Genre
Strategy
Supported languages
English
* languages with full audio support
Developers
Paradox Development Studio
Publishers
Paradox Interactive
Support website
store.steampowered.com

FAQs

Can I run HOI2?

You would be able to run Hearts of Iron 2 Complete on your PC if it meets minimum requirements below. You can also use our free test tool to check it!

Minimum requirements for Windows are:

  • OS: Windows 2000/XP
  • Processor: Pentium IV 1200 MHz
  • Memory: 256 MB
  • Graphics: 4 MB video card DirectX compatible
  • DirectX: 9.0 or higher
  • Storage: 600 MB
  • Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card

How much RAM does HOI2 need?

You need at least 256 MB of RAM to run Hearts of Iron 2 Complete on PC.

What processor do I need for HOI2?

Pentium IV 1200 MHz is a minimum requirement for PC to be able to run Hearts of Iron 2 Complete.

How many GB is HOI2?

At least 600 MB of disk space is required to install Hearts of Iron 2 Complete on your PC.

What graphics card do I need for HOI2?

You need 4 MB video card DirectX compatible or more powerful video card.

What version of Windows can I use to play HOI2?

Windows 2000/XP or newer.

What DirectX do I need to run HOI2?

9.0 or higher or greater is necessary for this game.

Can I run HOI2 on my laptop?

Yes, as long as it meets minimum requirements above.

When is HOI2 release date?

Hearts of Iron 2 Complete release date is 23 January, 2021.

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