dosbox-x ☆
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Description:
DOSBox with accurate emulation and wide testing
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2025.12.01@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: emulator dos gaming legacy compatibility
Install: brew install dosbox-x
About:
DOSBox-X is an enhanced fork of the original DOSBox emulator, providing highly accurate emulation for running legacy DOS applications and games. It offers extensive configuration options and compatibility testing, making it suitable for both preservation and development workflows. Unlike standard DOSBox, it includes features like emulating specific hardware configurations and better support for business/office software.
Key Features:
  • Accurate x86 hardware emulation
  • Support for legacy DOS software and games
  • Extensive configuration options
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Use Cases:
  • Running legacy DOS business applications
  • Playing classic DOS games
  • Software development for DOS environments
  • Digital preservation of DOS software
Alternatives:
  • dosbox – Original DOSBox with basic emulation; DOSBox-X offers more accurate emulation and advanced features
  • pcem – Cycle-accurate PC emulator; more complex but offers higher fidelity for specific hardware
License: GPL-2.0-or-later
Dependencies: fluid-synth, freetype, libpng, libslirp, sdl2, alsa-lib, libx11, libxrandr
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Jan 1, 2025 5:23pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 57647ad6
Jan 1, 2025 4:55pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 61949b2b
Dec 5, 2024 4:56am 0 VERSION_BUMP 02eddd3b
Nov 17, 2024 9:45pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 5468173f
Oct 2, 2024 6:31am 0 VERSION_BUMP 0c2e05bd
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