DOSBox-X

Cross-platform DOS emulation package

Free

Description

DOSBox-X is an advanced, open-source emulator designed to run DOS applications and games, as well as DOS-based Windows operating systems like Windows 3.x and Windows 9x, on modern computers. It provides comprehensive and accurate cross-platform emulation, supporting legacy gaming, productivity software, and system testing with official support for Windows 95, 98, and Me.

Compared to the original DOSBox, DOSBox-X offers greater flexibility and a wide range of enhanced features, focusing on accurate system emulation and providing extensive configuration options. Its aim is to make historical preservation, software development, and the enjoyment of classic applications and games accessible and reliable across a wide variety of hardware and software environments.

Key Features

Official support for Windows 3.x, 9x, and Me emulation and acceleration
PC-98 and DOS/V system emulation
Extensive configuration and hardware emulation options
Cross-platform support (Windows, Linux, macOS, DOS, Raspberry Pi)
Multilingual support for interface and emulation
Support for printing, networking, and advanced disk controllers
3dfx Voodoo and Glide graphics emulation
Built-in debugging and testing features
Clipboard, file/record-locking, and multimedia support
Open-source with regular updates and community contributions

Use Cases

Running classic DOS and Windows 3.x/9x/Me applications on modern hardware
Playing vintage DOS, PC-98, and DOS/V games
Testing and developing DOS software
Preserving and restoring legacy software environments
Emulating historical PC hardware for research or education
Using legacy applications with modern printing and networking
Multilingual DOS/Windows software localization or testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What operating systems are supported by DOSBox-X?

DOSBox-X runs on Windows (including Windows 9x/NT4 and later), Linux (including Raspberry Pi), macOS (Intel and ARM-based Macs), and DOS itself.

Is DOSBox-X open-source?

Yes, DOSBox-X is an open-source project and its source code is available on GitHub.

What is the difference between DOSBox and DOSBox-X?

DOSBox-X is a fork of DOSBox that provides expanded features, greater flexibility, and a focus on accurate emulation of a wider range of DOS and Windows systems, including official support for Windows 3.x, 9x, Me, PC-98, and DOS/V.

Can DOSBox-X emulate Windows 98 or Windows Me?

Yes, DOSBox-X includes support for installing and running DOS-based Windows versions such as Windows 98 and Windows Me.

Does DOSBox-X support PC-98 or DOS/V game emulation?

Yes, DOSBox-X provides emulation for PC-98 and DOS/V systems, enabling users to run corresponding games and software.