How to Run Windows GOG DOS Games on M-Series Macs Using DOSBox
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Summary
The article discusses how to run Windows-only GOG DOS games (like Settlers II and Heroes of Might & Magic) on M-series Macs. The author explains that while some GOG DOS games come with macOS-compatible installers, others are Windows-only. The solution involves using DOSBox on macOS to run the Windows GOG installer files, with specific configuration steps to get these classic games working on Apple Silicon Macs.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledGOG is great.
I bought a few old games from them: SimCity 2000, Theme Hospital, Syndicate Plus.
And by old games, I mean games from my childhood that still play like a good game, and not like digital drugs the likes of which are available for free from the mobile app stores.
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