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CatDOS
Release: CatDOS v1.0.0
Maintainer: CrakkoCat
Release Date: March 16, 2026
Overview
CatDOS is a fork of DOSBox focused on simplicity, improved usability, and a few fun extras. This release introduces enhancements to performance, configuration handling, and user experience while maintaining compatibility with classic DOS software and games.
Highlights
⚡ Improved emulator startup speed
🧰 Simplified configuration system
🐱 Cat-themed interface elements and messages
🖥️ Better compatibility with legacy DOS games
📁 Improved directory mounting behavior
New Features
QuickMount Command A new command that automatically mounts commonly used directories with minimal configuration.
CatDOS Shell Messages The command shell now includes CatDOS-specific system messages and helpful tips.
Auto-Config Detection CatDOS can now detect basic hardware settings and apply optimized defaults automatically.
Enhanced Logging Optional debug logging makes it easier for developers and advanced users to diagnose issues.
Improvements
Faster initialization of the emulation core.
Reduced input lag for keyboard events.
Cleaner default configuration file.
Improved stability when switching between fullscreen and windowed modes.
Updated default CPU cycle handling for smoother gameplay.
Bug Fixes
Fixed occasional crashes when mounting invalid directories.
Resolved audio stutter in some SoundBlaster configurations.
Fixed incorrect handling of relative file paths in the configuration file.
Addressed rare graphical glitches in certain VGA modes.
Known Issues
Some very old DOS applications may still require manual CPU cycle adjustments.
MIDI device passthrough is experimental and may not work on all systems.
Installation
Download the CatDOS release package.
Extract the archive to a folder of your choice.
Run the included executable to start CatDOS.
(Optional) Edit the configuration file to customize CPU cycles, graphics, sound, or other settings.
Note: CatDOS will show up as DOSBox in the window title or system process list. This is the intended behavior.
Developer Notes
CatDOS remains compatible with most DOSBox configuration files, but some advanced options may behave differently due to internal improvements.
Developers are encouraged to report issues and contribute improvements to help expand the project.
Credits
CrakkoCat — Project creator and maintainer
Community contributors and testers
Bean525 — A CatDOS Developer
Thank you for trying CatDOS! The goal of this project is to keep classic DOS software accessible while adding small improvements that make the experience smoother and more fun.
