DOSBox Staging
7.2#3 in ms-dos emulatorsFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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DOSBox Wii
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| Fact | DOSBox Staging | DOSBox Wii |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Its primary goal is to run PC Booter, DOS, and Windows 3.1 games released from 1981 to 2000. | The README says most games work properly, though many require adjustments to dosbox.conf. |
| License | DOSBox Staging is licensed under GNU GPL version 2 or later. | The repository describes DOSBox Wii as being under the GPL license. |
| Purpose | Runs MS-DOS and Windows 3.1 software on modern Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, with MS-DOS emulation built in. | DOSBox Wii is a port of DOSBox to the Wii using SDL Wii. |
DOSBox Staging plans
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DOSBox Wii plans
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Pick DOSBox Staging if…
DOSBox Staging suits people seeking to run DOS or Windows 3.1-era software on Windows, macOS or Linux. It is intended for personal, low-stakes use rather than guaranteed compatibility.
Pick DOSBox Wii if…
It suits Wii, Wii U/vWii, or GameCube users who need DOS-compatible software emulation. It is also relevant to builders comfortable with devkitPro and SDL Wii requirements.