DOSBox for Google Chrome™
x86 emulator with DOS for Google Chrome™
What is DOSBox for Google Chrome™?
DOSBox for Google Chrome™ is a groundbreaking port of the DOSBox software. It uses an x86 emulator with DOS, specifically designed for running DOS games on Chrome 31 or later versions. It boasts a simplified user interface, ARM platform support, and inclusion of features like a command-line editor and OpenGL for scalable output. It enjoys frequent updates, making the gaming experience smoother and better over time.
Stats
By:
clchiou
Users:
10,000+
Rating:
3.21
(251)
Creation date:
2014-06-12
Risk impact:
Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version:
2
Permissions:
Size:
5.06M
Stats date:
Chrome-Stats Rank
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7502
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Summary
DOSBox port to Google Chrome™ for running DOS games.
This is an offline app. No network, no sign up is required. It runs on Chrome 31 or later.
For more information about DOSBox, please visit http://www.dosbox.com/
Regarding the porting of DOSBox to Chrome, please visit https://github.com/clchiou/chrome-dosbox
Revision history:
0.1.5
- Export individual files/dirs
- Refine user-interface
- Fix 'exit' command
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Allows to play childhood games again
- Can work with some troubleshooting
- Some users found helpful tips in the reviews
Cons
- Frequent black screen issues
- Difficult to navigate and set up
- Does not work for some users
Most mentioned
- Black screen issue
- Difficulty in setting up games
- App crashing or not working
Recent reviews
Problème de clavier
Docela by mě zajímalo, kam nahrát DOS hry!? Ukázalo mi to disk C jako "/data/c_drive/"! Kde ten adresář proboha je?
Problème de clavier
Safety
Risk impact
DOSBox for Google Chrome™ is safe to use. It does not request any sensitive permissions.
Risk likelihood
DOSBox for Google Chrome™ has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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