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In article <Pine.A32.3.90.941025...@isisb.oit.unc.edu>,
Bill Clinton <ttp0581> wrote:
> > >yeah, they're going to abandon the sustantial part of the market
> > >that doesn't have to money to keep up with them. Will it work?
> > >Time will tell.
> > 
> >    People have been saying this about Origin since they released Wing
> > Commander.
> > 
> >    "What?! You *need* a 386 for it to be playable? That's ridiculous!
> > They're abandoning a substantial part of the market. They don't understand
> > economics - they're going to go bankrupt for sure!"
> 
> Actually, I think it was Ultima 7 that actually forced you to use a 386 
> and everyone thought Origin would go bankrupt on. If I recall, you could 
> play WC on a 286. Other than that, you're absolutely right in saying 
> Origin has been pushing the gameing platform to the limits. Then again, 
> games have always been the most computer demanding programs (aside from CAD).

Actually, it (Ultima 7) and just about every other program forced me to buy
a 486.  Ultima 7 is unplayable with a 386 or low-end 486.  If you want
demanding, try 3D-Studio ver. 3.

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