Boxedwine
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VisitBoxedwine vs GE-Proton
What both publish
| Fact | Boxedwine | GE-Proton |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Boxedwine is an emulator that runs Windows applications by running a 32-bit version of Wine and emulating the Linux kernel and CPU. | GE-Proton is a custom build of Proton, a compatibility tool for Steam Play based on Wine and additional components. |
Boxedwine plans
- GPL-licensed BoxedwineFree
GE-Proton plans
- GE-ProtonFree
Pick Boxedwine if…
Boxedwine may suit people who need to run 16-bit or 32-bit Windows applications on a listed desktop platform or in a browser. The web version's storage behaviour and large-file loading caveats matter to anyone using it for browser-based sessions.
Pick GE-Proton if…
GE-Proton suits Linux Steam players who need a Wine-based compatibility tool with game-specific fixes and additional media or graphics patches. It may also suit users of Heroic or Lutris, provided they meet its driver and package requirements.