DOS & Windows Big Box Gaming On Linux Went Much Better Than I Expected

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Published on June 27, 2025 2:06:15 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWI9-t1qtHA

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We already know that Bazzite Linux is great for modern day Steam games. But how will it handle my physical big box DOS and Windows collection? Turns out it's better than even I expected.

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Chapters:
00:00 Big Box DOS & Windows Games On Linux
01:47 Deus Ex (Windows, 2000)
11:55 Midtown Madness (Windows, 1999)
17:24 Tomb Raider (Windows / DOS, 1996)
23:12 Theme Hospital (Windows / DOS, 1997)
30:09 Launching Physical Big Box Games via Steam
31:34 More Info On Lutris