Magic DosBox emulates MS-DOS so users can play their own classic DOS games on Android phones and tablets; games are not included. Players can build on-screen controls for keys, mouse actions, pausing, and other tasks, then adjust widget appearance, size, and placement. Profiles and layouts can be exported, imported, or duplicated for sharing. The app also supports physical mice, Samsung styluses, external gamepads, keyboards, sound, IPX networking, and serial modem connections. Games can be set up through a simplified interface or Expert settings based on a modified DOSBox configuration. Listed file support includes ISO, GOG, INST, and CUE. Magic DosBox Lite is free, with three widgets and a limited game collection. The 3.99 USD once plan provides all widgets and removes the collection limit. The maker says Google Play's required storage access can be slower than direct access, and Android 11-based changes prevent mounting the storage root and Downloads folder.
Who it is for
Magic DosBox suits Android users who want to run their own DOS games and configure on-screen controls or use external input devices. It supports game-profile sharing, networking, and several listed disk and game file formats.
What is good
- Supports customizable on-screen widgets.
- Profiles and layouts can be shared.
- Supports external gamepads, keyboards, and physical mice.
- IPX networking and serial modem connections are supported.
What to know first
- Games are not included.
- Lite has three widgets and a limited collection.
- Google Play storage access can be slower.
- Android 11-based changes restrict mounting some folders.
Verdict
Magic DosBox pairs DOS emulation with configurable controls and shareable game profiles. Consider the Lite limits and Android storage constraints, and bring your own DOS games.
Magic DosBox plans and pricing
All plansCompared on MS-DOS emulators
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported host platforms
- Android
- DOS target versions
- ms-dos
- Disk image formats
- ISO, GOG, INST, CUE
- Gamepad support
- Yes
- Save states
- Yes
- Source available
- Yes
