Compare Starcraft 2’s Graphics and Predict the Trend of Graphic Cards Required by MMOs

On Feb. 18, Starcraft 2 launched its first closed beta test around the world. The testers have brought us the first-hand in-game screenshots, allowing those who are unable to join the beta test to take a look at the game's great charm. The comparison between the high-quality and low-quality graphics, which was made by "pcgameshardware.com", just shows us the gorgeous graphics of Starcraft 2. Though players' response to the brand new style is mixed, the graphics are still outstanding no matter from the perspective of technology or from visual effects. Tons of players believe that MMOs' graphics will enjoy a "quantum jump" in the near future.

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Though Blizzard also wishes Starcraft 2 to be made with the greatest compatibility and lowest PC system requirements and attract the most possible players, there're inevitably players who find this difficult to reach. Meanwhile, in recent years, more and more MMOs are setting higher and higher requirements for the graphic cards. Take Aion as an example! Many players have to endure the rough graphics brought by their low-end machines, and some just give up the game finally. What will you do in such case? How many players would like to stay in the low-end gaming world after seeing the following contrasted screenshots?

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