Running a 16-bit game in 64-bit Windows 8?

Discussion in 'Windows 8' started by SkullKid2000, Nov 23, 2012.

  1. SkullKid2000

    SkullKid2000 MDL Member

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    #1 SkullKid2000, Nov 23, 2012
    Will this work?
     
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    #2 Tito, Nov 23, 2012
  3. AnarethoS

    AnarethoS MDL Expert

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    #3 AnarethoS, Nov 23, 2012
    You can run 16bits apps on 32bits Windows
    You can run 32bits apps on 64bits Windows
    You can't run any 16bits apps on 64bits Windows

    you will need to use VmWare or DosBOX if it is a old DOS game.
     
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    #4 AnarethoS, Nov 23, 2012
    @tito : You where fater than me :(
     
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    #5 100, Nov 23, 2012
    No. You'll need to run it on 32-bit Windows in a VM.
    Edit: too late :p
     
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    #6 SkullKid2000, Nov 23, 2012 (OP)
    Again, thanks MDL:)
     
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