DOSBox-X
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VisitDOSBox-X vs Retro-DOS
What both publish
| Fact | DOSBox-X | Retro-DOS |
|---|---|---|
| License | The main repository identifies the software as GPL-2.0 licensed. | The repository is marked GPL-2.0, and the README notes separate terms for the bundled FreeDOS image and demonstration program. |
| Purpose | DOSBox-X is an open-source DOS emulator for running DOS applications and games. | Retro-DOS is a DOS games launcher and emulator for handhelds, built on DOSBox-X with an SDL3 and Dear ImGui frontend. |
DOSBox-X plans
- DOSBox-XFree
- FreeFree
Retro-DOS plans
No prices published.
Pick DOSBox-X if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Retro-DOS if…
Retro-DOS suits handheld users who want to organize and launch DOS games and applications with gamepad or on-screen controls. It is available for Android, iOS, Linux and Windows.