
Although it’s possible to download the original source code for the full game (free for use under the GNU General Public License) and compile it using a free compiler such as Open Watcom, the shorter shareware episode is much simpler to work with and includes some of the best parts of the game.Īny filename over eight characters will be truncated to match the DOS 8.3 naming convention, so make sure to create a separate folder for housing your DOS game files with a short and simple location like C:DOS.


Step One: Dig Up Your Old Disk (or Just Download the Game)įirst, you’ll need to download the shareware version of Duke Nukem 3D. What better way to celebrate than by playing through Duke Nukem 3D? You won’t be able to just pick up and play a game from 1996, though–here’s how to use DOSBox to bring back the King. After 13 years in development, Duke Nukem Forever is finally coming to consoles and PCs in 2011.
