If the installer asks to install DirectX 9.0c or Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables , allow it. Even if you have newer versions, these legacy files are required for the game's engine to function. 4. Post-Installation Configuration

Intel Core 2 Duo @ 2.4 GHz or AMD Athlon X2 4800+ Memory: 2 GB RAM

Right-click the Setup.exe file, select Properties , go to the Compatibility tab, and check "Run this program in compatibility mode for Windows 7."

It is often safer to install the game to a custom folder (e.g., C:\Games\Ashes2013 ) rather than the default Program Files folder to avoid strict Windows "User Account Control" (UAC) restrictions.