Hardware recommendations?

I looked at the system requirements and my old box doesn’t cut it.

Can someone recommend a graphics card for around $150?

How about a Processor, Mobo, Ram, combo under $300?

I’d like to spend a lot less since this upgrade will probably be only for playing Black Mesa for now.

Thanks,
Rob

I think this fits better in the Help thread.
Anyway, I don’t have much experience buying parts, but I doubt you’ll be able to get all of that for under $450, especially of high quality. But when in doubt, Newegg.

My advice: when in doubt, Craigslist. There are some incredible deals on there for those that know how to negotiate

Moved thread to appropriate section… Please continue.

Further advice here: Have common sense. Make them show you everything works. Also it’s not a terrible idea to crack to case open and have a look. You wouldn’t believe the stuff you can find in these things, from roaches to joints.

I hadn’t thought of Craigslist- I’ll give it a try. Maybe ebay too.

Thanks for the replies.

One of my PC’s plays the game just great on an XFX 5570 1Gb.
Cheap as chips.

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