DOSBox-X
Accuracy-focused DOSBox fork for complete PC emulation
- Open SourceGitHub
- Jonathan Campbell (joncampbell123) and contributorsDeveloper
- 2 Oct 2026Page Updated
Details
- Developers
- Jonathan Campbell (joncampbell123) and contributors
- Source Code
- GitHub
- Page Updated
Supported Systems
Platform Support
- Windows
- Linux
- macOS
Screenshots
Overview
DOSBox-X is an open source DOS emulator forked from DOSBox. It keeps compatibility with the DOS games DOSBox was built for, but aims to emulate a complete PC more accurately, covering everything from the original IBM PC to late 1990s hardware.
Unlike the original DOSBox, it officially supports running DOS-based Windows, including Windows 3.x, 95, 98 and Me. It also emulates the Japanese NEC PC-98 and DOS/V systems, supports 3dfx Voodoo graphics, and exposes a large number of options for tuning the virtual machine. The project is led by Jonathan Campbell and released under the GNU GPL.
DOSBox-X is actively developed with monthly releases for Windows, macOS and Linux. For playing DOS games with less configuration, DOSBox Staging is the simpler choice.
Key Features
Accurate PC
Emulates everything from the IBM PC to late 1990s hardware.
Windows Guests
Officially runs Windows 3.x, 95, 98 and Me.
PC-98 and DOS/V
Emulates the Japanese NEC PC-98 and DOS/V systems.
Voodoo Support
Supports 3dfx Voodoo graphics alongside many tuning options.
