Modern Warfare 2 is back and you clearly don’t need a graphics card to try out the open beta. While a dedicated GPU will help COD’s latest capers shine, FPS games seem to run just fine without it, even if it feels like the original MW2 on Xbox 360.
In a new test video, an enthusiast from RandomgaminginHD plays the open beta of Modern Warfare 2 on an entry-level 2019 AMD Athlon 3000G processor. With the integrated desktop GPU and AMD FSR, the YouTuber can support 30fps at 720p resolution. . .
That may sound unimpressive, especially if you’re looking to bump your framerate up to triple digits. That said, running a game without a graphics card is still a sight to behold, and cheap gaming PCs should have no problem with the new COD. The YouTuber’s stats could be said to be somewhat at odds with Modern Warfare 2’s system requirements, as Infinity Ward says you’ll need a GPU with at least 2GB of VRAM.
In any case, RandomgaminginHD’s GPU-free experiences testify to the optimization of modern PC gaming. Ultimately, we always recommend playing a shooter with the best graphics card available, but the tests above help paint a picture of budget performance that isn’t covered by normal system requirements.
It’s worth noting that Modern Warfare 2 isn’t the only game that runs without a GPU, as you can explore No Man’s Sky without a graphics card. Again, that’s not an argument against buying an RTX 4090 when it arrives, but if you ever find yourself on an island with an old laptop playing the best PC games, you might not miss the chance.
Source : PC Gamesn
