DOSBox Staging

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About

DOSBox Staging is ranked #2 of 26 in MS-DOS emulators on Inferse. It runs on API, Linux, macOS, Windows. There is a free plan.

Compared on MS-DOS emulators

Free plan: Yesdosbox-staging.org
Supported host platforms: Windows, macOS, Linuxdosbox-staging.org
DOS target versions: ms-dosdosbox-staging.org
Disk image formats: IMG, IMA, CUE/BIN, ISO, MDS/MDF, VHDdosbox-staging.org
Gamepad support: Yesdosbox-staging.org
Audio CD support: Yesdosbox-staging.org
Source available: Yesdosbox-staging.org

Facts

Purpose: Runs MS-DOS and Windows 3.1 software on modern Windows, macOS, and Linux computers, with MS-DOS emulation built in.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Compatibility: Its primary goal is to run PC Booter, DOS, and Windows 3.1 games released from 1981 to 2000.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Easy setup: Sensible defaults mean most games and applications work without tweaking, and existing DOSBox configurations continue to work.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Graphics: Features include zero-configuration CRT emulation, aspect-ratio-correct output, accurate VGA emulation, custom shaders, and 3dfx Voodoo emulation.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Audio: Emulated sound options include Roland MT-32 and SC-55, FluidSynth MIDI, OPL, Gravis UltraSound, and PC speaker audio.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Networking: The feature list includes Ethernet support via SLiRP and ENet modem transport.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Host integration: Host features include clipboard integration, physical CD-ROM mounting, high-DPI support, and Windows 3.1 seamless mouse integration.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
HTTP API: An optional HTTP REST API lets external tools inspect and modify emulator state, including CPU registers and memory.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
API security: The HTTP API is disabled by default and binds to localhost; the project warns that exposing it to untrusted networks gives full control over the emulator.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Privacy: The project states it collects no personal information and makes no network connection unless the user initiates one.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
License: DOSBox Staging is licensed under GNU GPL version 2 or later.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Limitations: The project does not aim to support Windows 9x/Me, end-of-life operating systems, or legacy physical hardware.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Support and intended use: The project is intended for personal, low-stakes use and disclaims warranties and guaranteed compatibility; its site links to GitHub and Discord.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026
Maintainer: The project says it is maintained by the DOSBox Staging team.dosbox-staging.org · 30 Sept 2026