D7VK
5.5#21 in game compatibility layersLinuxWindows
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PlayOnLinux
7.2#2 in windows compatibility layersFree planFree planLinuxmacOS
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| Fact | D7VK | PlayOnLinux |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility limit | Applications that mix older Direct3D or DirectDraw with GDI are generally not expected to work properly. | Not all games are supported, although the manual installation module can be used. |
| License | The repository identifies its license as Zlib. | PlayOnLinux is free software. |
| Purpose | D7VK is a Vulkan-based translation layer for Direct3D 7, 6, 5, and 3 applications running on Linux with Wine. | PlayOnLinux lets users install and use numerous games and applications designed for Microsoft Windows. |
D7VK plans
No prices published.
PlayOnLinux plans
- FreeFree
- PlayOnLinuxFree
Pick D7VK if…
D7VK suits Linux users running older immediate-mode Direct3D applications through Wine. It is also available for Windows, though Windows use is untested and unsupported as a development target.
Pick PlayOnLinux if…
It suits Linux and macOS users seeking to install Windows games or applications without owning a Windows license. Users should check the stated compatibility and performance limits before relying on it for a particular program.