Need assistance with your game decisions? Let me know what you're playing and what options you're considering!
Need assistance with your game decisions? Let me know what you're playing and what options you're considering!
You're checking if your setup can handle the latest titles. With an i5 2500K, HD6850 graphics card and 8GB RAM, GTA 5 should run smoothly at medium settings. For Farcry 4 and COD AW BF Hardline, expect good performance on high settings. If you want more options, consider games like Cyberpunk 2077 or Red Dead Redemption 2, which also fit well on your specs.
Traditionally the Far Cry line has focused on self-contained stories. Each title serves as a thematic follow-up, shifting to fresh locations, characters, and plots. From what I've observed so far, Far Cry 4 maintains that approach. You probably don't need to play FC3 unless you're curious. I think you can achieve decent gameplay in most entries at 1080p with your HD 6850, though an upgrade would be beneficial. Your current CPU setup is adequate for now.
Your CPU should last another few years, but you definitely need a new GPU. In the USA the R9 290 is now only $250 and will let those games run smoothly. Remember, your GPU isn’t nearly as strong as the one in a PS4.
Aim for around 30 frames per second at low settings in GTA5. If you're fortunate, prices under $200 CAD won't work. You'll need significantly more budget to play these games smoothly on high settings. The Gigabyte Radeon R9 290 4GB WINDFORCE card is recommended for $299.99 and comes free with a $299.99 discount in Canada.