Best products from r/dosgaming
We found 18 comments on r/dosgaming discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 17 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. HDE VGA w/Audio to HDMI Video Scaler Converter Box with Power Adapter VGA to HDMI Adapter for Retro Gaming Consoles, Dreamcast, XBox 360, PS2
2. Sabrent VD-VS4P 4 Port VGA Video Splitter with up to 2048x1536 High Resolution and 350Mhz
- Broadcast 1 VGA signal on 4 monitors simultaneously
- Works with VGA, SVGA and multi-sync monitors
- Supports video resolutions up to 2048 x 1536
- Great for classrooms, trade shows or in-store displays
- Manufactured to the highest quality available
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3. GPD Micro PC-Mini Industry Laptop-[128GB M.2 SSD Version] 6 Inches Portable UMPC Laptop Computer Notebook CPU Intel Celeron N4100 GPU Intel UHD Graphics 600 Windows 10 Pro,Ubuntu Mate 18.10,8GB/128GB
- GPD MicroPC has a Strong Performance with Ultra Low Power Consumption: Celeron N4120 processor, four cores, four threads, and thermal design of 10W;Graphics: HD Graphics 200,Up to 700Mhz;
- GPD MicroPC is Compatible for IT fields and more with its rugged exterior: Network communication, electric power, exploration, mining, archaeology, education training, manufacturing, service chain, call center, business services, public institution, government military and many more;
- RAM/ROM: 8GB LPDDR4 RAM/256GB super capacity M.2 SSD for fast read and write speed (read:576MB/s, write: 465MB/s), replaceable, and infinite capacity expansion; Battery: 2 × 3100mAh, In series
- RJ45 interface for wired network access, and wireless Wi-Fi 2.4G/5G dual bands and compatible with BT 4.2 for dual-channel max. transfer rate of 433Mbps;Built-in one RS-232 serial interface, widely used in industrial control and automation;Three USB 3.0 interfaces to maximize extended USB devices;One full-featured Type C charging interface for audio, video and data transmission;One microSDXC slot for manual backup or migration of data in a network-free environment;
- Screen: 6 Inches Gorilla Glass 4, Sharp full-fit dazzling screen.(Not Touch Screen).OS:Windows 10 Pro Or Ubuntu MATE 18.10.Weigh Only 440 grams,Easy to Take In Your Pocket On the GO!!
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4. Pocket C.H.I.P. Mini Portable Computer by Next Thing Co.
Built-in Wi-Fi B/G/N, Bluetooth 4.0 One USB host with type-A receptacle, one USB On-The-Go port Composite video and stereo audio port via mini TRRS Optional composite TRRS to RCA audio-video cable Optional VGA adapter and HDMI adapter (see Hardware extensions below) Open source hardware[15] and open...
5. Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
- 5 ways to play! Against PC, 2 player serial or modem, 7 player LAN/internet (Win95 only)
- Windows 95 & MS-DOS Computers, 486 DX@/66 MHz processor or faster
- 8 MB RAM, Win 3.1 or higher, double speed CD-ROM drive
- SVGA color graphics, MS compatible mouse, all major sound cards, NetBIOs compatible LAN
- Internet play via Mplayer and TEN (Win 95 only)
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6. StarTech.com VGA Video Capture Card - 1080p 60fps Game Capture Card - Aluminum - Game Capture Card - HD PVR - USB Video Capture (USB32VGCAPRO)
Turn your computer into a high definition VGA video recorderCaptures 1080p video at 60fpsDirectShow compatibleUSB 3.0 video capture card / VGA video capture card / VGA capture card / VGA video capture for Mac / game capture / 1080p VGA capture card / HD capture card / PC capture card / USB Capture c...
7. Monoprice IDE to Compact Flash CF Adapter w/PCI Bracket [A2]
- The SD-CF-IDE-BR is an adapter for connecting a compact flash memory card to a 3.5"
- IDE host interface aiming at educational sectors IT development and the embedded technology enthusiast to enable the use of a compact flash card as an IDE hard drive.
- No external power needed when used on VIA's EPIA series motherboard
- On-board LED indicators for power-on and compact flash access
- Voltage selection for +3
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8. Syba IDE/PATA to CF Adapter Direct Insertion Connects Compact Flash to 2.5 3.5-Inch IDE Host Interface Hard Drive SD-CF-IDE-DI
Form Factor: Internal
9. SIIG 1Ser 16550 DB9 ISA Hi Speed Serial Pro I/O Hi Irq
Works with all types of high-speed serial port devices including 56 Kbps modems, label printers, and PDAsSupports Windows 95, 98, and NT and other major operating systemsSupports I/O address COM ports 2 to 4Requires 1 available ISA slot on PCStandard 5-year warranty
10. StarTech.com 16in (40cm) 9 Pin Serial Male to 10 Pin Motherboard Header Slot Plate - motherboard Serial Port Adapter (PLATE9M16), Gray
- Add an extra serial port to the back of your PC from your motherboard
- motherboard adapter
- motherboard serial port
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11. Mad Catz Arcade FightStick Tournament Edition 2 for Xbox One
- Note:These sticks are not compatible for PC.Premium-quality Components - Superior ingredients include authentic, Japanese-style Sanwa Denshi JLF joystick and OBSF-30 action buttons, plus a durable metal base with non-slip foam padding
- Genuine Arcade Layout - The eight-button Vewlix-style layout provides easy access to your favorite moves and combos. Ergonomic spacing provides comfortable resting positions for both hands while playing video games
- Tournament Ready - Perfect for fighting game competitions, the control module's lock button disables the Xbox button, plus View and Menu functionality. This fight stick helps prevent accidental interruptions and automatic forfeitures during matches
- Ideal Travel Partner - Perfect for touring the fighting game circuit, the TE2 features a detachable, 9.8ft USB ProCable. And, convenient metal rods provide the means to attach an optional shoulder strap and free your hands while awaiting your next match
- Eager for Customization - The included screwdriver removes the bezel and opens the clear top panel for intuitive artwork swapping. An LED PCB (sold separately) lights the Fight Stick while gaming, and internal storage chambers hold extra tools and parts
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12. VGA2USB - VGA Video Frame Grabber Capture Device via USB2
Captures any VGA signalUp to 2048 x 2048 resolutionUSB-powered device, no power source neededUp to 30 frames per second, depending on resolutionCompatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux
13. Buffalo iBuffalo Classic USB Gamepad for PC
- 8 Buttons
- for PC
- USB Connection
- Support Windows 7/ME/2000/XP/Vista
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15. StarTech.com 40/44 Pin IDE to Compact Flash SSD Adapter - IDE to CF Card reader - CF to IDE Converter (IDE2CF),Black
- CompactFlash Card adapter
- IDE
- black
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16. Tripp Lite Keyspan High-Speed USB to Serial Adapter, PC & Mac (USA-19HS)
Serial adapter allows a serial device to be connected to a USB computerPlug-and-play convenience:DB9 serial port is seen as a COM port by your computer, and is available for use by any program that accesses COM portsNo need for an external power adapter:draws power directly from your computer via th...
That one is actually HDMI to VGA but that is the sort of thing I was thinking. This is the one I was going to try. It looks like it should do what I need without loss of signal.
I still want to be able to play directly on the monitor for that computer so I was going to try this splitter box with one going to the converter and the other going to my monitor.
Both are powered so there should not be much loss in signal.
You could look at the GPD line of handhelds -- these are modern x86 boxes in a handheld form factor, so they'll be expensive, too, but can also be used in place of a modern laptop. They've also got less expensive models targeting industrial applications, which should still be good for DOSBox, and the original version of the GPD Win is also a bit less expensive than the current version.
On the cheaper side, there's the PocketCHIP, which is an ARM SBC bundled with a handheld enclosure, which should be able to run DOSBox under Linux decently enough. The manufacturer shut down, however, so these aren't likely to be available new for too much longer.
Pay the shipping and it's yours! It's this cdrom version
I also have boxed Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri and Deadlock
If you want them they're yours. Happy to send to a good home.
Are you trying to capture video? It really depends on your setup.
If you're running a genuine old DOS pc, you'll need a capture card with a VGA connection and another modern PC along side.
If you're running a modern PC and playing DOS games through DOSBox, you can use something like FRAPS to capture the footage like any other game, or the built-in video capture function of your video card.
Just build a Windows 98/DOS gaming PC this year. Little tip I picked up from one of my favorite Youtube channels Lazy Game Reviews.
You can pick up one of these compact flash adapters, and use an ordinary compact flash card as your computer's hard drive. If you want to copy anything over to your retro PC from a more modern system, just turn off the retro system and plug the compact flash card into a USB adapter, dump whatever files you want over, whether it be Doom or Duke Nukem or what have you, the plug it back into the retro PC. No having to deal with floppies or anything like that, although using the original media certainly has it's own charm to it.
As far as authentic hardware, get an 8088/286 or a 386 with a turbo button. Optionally there are some DOS utilities that purposely slow down the CPU for games that run too fast, such as MoSlo.
A lot of vintage DOS PC enthusiasts still use floppies, but since old hard drives are hard to find and expensive these days it seems like most people are using either Compact Flash-to-IDE adapters or homebrew hardware such as the XT CF Lite. Once you install the OS onto one of these you can just remove the CF card and copy whatever you want to it from a modern PC, then plug it right back in the old PC and be good to go.
I've been trying to archive all my old floppies to disk images because they're finally reaching the point where a lot of them are going bad, especially the 5.25" disks.
It has a single, hardwired (or soldered) port. Here is the card im using.
i have a little bit of a 'manual' for this board, so to speak, but it doesnt have much information. From what i can read on the motherboard, it goes back and forth on the rows.
2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10
-|-|-|-|--
1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9
like that.
I didn't even know such specialized gamepads existed. Those both look very much like something I would want, and considering I'm getting Killer Instinct when it launches on PC in a couple of months, it may not be a bad investment. Certainly cheaper than the arcade stick I've been eyeballing.
This one isn't bad. Depends how many buttons you want, I guess.
Star Control had a book set in that universe.
It's laborious as I'm current in the middle of using a kyroflux to make exact magnetic copies of all my old dos floppies for the exact reasons you mention. But also in the interim I'm using one of these in my vintage PCs since my actual vintage HDs are only 50 and 20MB in size (so picking which games to keep installed is tough)
https://www.amazon.ca/StarTech-com-IDE2CF-44-Pin-Compact-Adapter/dp/B0026OYEEQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1478009224&sr=1-4&keywords=cf+to+ide
There IS- that's where I got it. https://archive.org/details/CD-ROM1000DOSAndWindowsGames
In return, if you get it going, let me know how you did it. I am working on it now. I even bought a Disc copy from Amazon the other day.
This disc had some creative shit on it. The ones that came after it were just full of filler and bullshit.
For the Record, this was put on by Valusoft and the proper disc (IIRC) should have a sillouhette of a racecar and a bowling ball & pin.
https://vgcollect.com/item/26962
https://www.amazon.com/1000-Great-Games/dp/B000098XKN
http://www.megalong.com/games/game.php?gameID=5842
To run it, I used ISObuster, and didn't have any problems with it.