first time making a computer - help!

[RussRuss]

hey guys,

basically i just want a computer that's good enough to Run neverwinter nights 2 and MTW2 as smoothly as possible...settings don't have to be at their highest but i don't want any choppiness whatsoever.

i've never built a computer before and actually had some trouble installing a video card lol but yeah i was told it was the cheapest way to get a good gaming pc.

I was told to go to Newegg.com for the parts and to ask here as to what to get - thanks guys! i'm looking to spend less than 1,000$ and if i could get a good enough one for those two games under 500$ that'd be great.

 

[timme]

"making" a computer sounds dodgy

First of all:
Whats MTW2? What is the screen size and resolution on the display you want to use?

Below 500$ will be tough, but 500-1000$ is a decent budget.

First of all, read this.

Right now there are a few build threads that cover exactly that budget area, usually aiming for something slightly above 500$.

Here is one
Here is another one

Use these as a first read to get a rough feeling for what is going on.

Building a computer yourself can be rewarding because you can specifically get what you need/want and maybe save some money too. Although you might want to bug the person who sent you here for help with the actual building

Read around, then read more, try to get a closer look on what might fit you.
Then post a first configuration from newegg (Plain text, screenshot or public wishlist), so people can help you from there.

 

[RussRuss]

sweet thanks man, will do.