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DOSBox-X Git (2026/01/06) is a compiled version of the DOSBox branch that emulates an Intel x86 PC, allowing users to run old MS-DOS games on modern operating systems like Windows XP, Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD. The recent changelog includes updates such as support for linear framebuffer in 1bpp mode, enhancements to VESA graphics compatibility, and fixes for microphone input using Windows WASAPI. Additionally, it addresses a segmentation fault on macOS builds. Download the latest version for improved performance and new features.
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DOSBox-X Git (2026/01/06) has been compiled. DOSBox-x is a variant of DOSBox. DOSBox simulates an Intel x86 PC, including sound, graphics, mouse, joystick, modem, etc., which are essential for playing many classic MS-DOS games that cannot be executed on contemporary PCs and operating systems like Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Linux, and FreeBSD.
DOSBox-X Changelog:
* Linear framebuffer operational for 1bpp mode
* DOSBox IG monochrome 1bpp modes
* DOSBox IG 1bpp monochrome mode
* DOSBox IG VBE2, S3 VESA VBE 3.0
* DOSBox IG VBE2 machine type
* machine=svga_dosbox should indicate VESA BIOS 3.0
* additional updates
* formatting corrections
* Integrate pull request #6041 from meldro364-glitch/feature/microphone-input
* Include implementation details for microphone support
* Rectify Direct ADC timing for Creative Parrot compatibility
* Add SoundBlaster microphone input support via Windows WASAPI
* Integrate pull request #6038 from maron2000/fix_mac_crash
* Resolve segmentation fault on macOS builds launch
