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Stunning Gaming Graphics

Supreme Commander

See unprecedented realism and detail in the game with DirectX 10. Supreme Commander image captured on NVIDIA GPU. Provided by THQ Inc.

Now with Windows Vista, you can get the most exciting visual experience you've ever seen on a Windows-based PC.

Windows Vista introduces DirectX 10 - the most powerful gaming graphics platform ever built. DirectX 10 delivers unprecedented realism and detail. These groundbreaking graphics provide an incredibly lifelike game experience. New games that take advantage of DirectX 10 will amaze you. And DirectX 10 is only available in Windows Vista.

Company of Heroes

Experience a more lifelike game with DirectX 10. Company of Heroes image captured on NVIDIA GPU. Provided by THQ Inc.

Universal Controller support

Windows Vista works with game controllers designed for Xbox 360. Any Xbox 360 wired controller can be plugged into your Windows Vista-based PC. You can also use wireless devices-just buy a wireless adapter and use any of your Xbox 360 wireless accessories, such as your headset or racing wheel. All you have to do to enjoy great games is unplug your Windows-compatible Xbox 360 accessory and plug it into your Windows Vista-based PC.

More accessories

You can choose from a wide variety of accessories for gaming with your Windows Vista-based PC. From rechargeable mice and backlit keyboards to Bluetooth technology and graphics cards, you can get the gear you want to make a great gaming experience on your Windows Vista-based PC.

Windows Vista gaming

Windows Vista includes several new features to enhance your gaming experience. With support for a wide variety of games, the new Games Explorer, stunning 3D graphics, and Parental Controls, playing games is easier, safer, and more fun than ever before. You can find thousands of games that take advantage of these Windows Vista gaming features. Look for the Games for Windows brand and search the Games for Windows website.

Age of Conan - Hyborian Adventures

Play on the most powerful gaming graphics platform ever built - DirectX 10. Age of Conan - Hyborian Adventures image captured on NVIDIA GPU. Provided by Funcom


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