| Component | Minimum Requirements | Recommended Requirements | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Windows 7 64-Bit / Windows 8 64-Bit | Windows 7 64-Bit / Windows 8 64-Bit | | Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-530 @ 2.93 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 810 @ 2.60 GHz | Intel Core i5-2500K @ 3.30 GHz | | Memory (RAM) | 6 GB | 8 GB | | Graphics Card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 / ATI Radeon HD 5870 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 @ 4 GB | | DirectX | Version 11 | Version 11 | | Storage | 55 GB available space | 55 GB available space |
After installing the game via Steam, you need to find where the game files reside on your computer. The default installation path is typically: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Call of Duty Advanced Warfare
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Use the official launcher to re-verify or redownload the files.
For those looking for a free way to play, the is to use the community-supported client S1x, detailed in the next section.
The safest way to download a clean, updated version of the executable is through Steam's built-in file verification tool. Open and navigate to your Library .
Download the latest from Microsoft to repair missing runtime components.
For a safer and more feature-rich experience, many players use the AlterWare Launcher
Add the entire Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare installation folder to your antivirus . Fixing Advanced Warfare Campaign Crashes
Game Folder: .../Advanced Warfare/_CommonRedist/vcredist/2012 2. Configure Administrator and Compatibility Modes
: Executable files (.exe) from unknown sources can be risky and may contain malware.
In the file properties, set compatibility to "Windows 7" or "Windows 8".