Successfull install on Linux

Here you can discuss ReactOS related topics.

Moderator: Moderator Team

Post Reply
jonax
Posts: 3
Joined: Fri Aug 09, 2024 12:03 pm
Location: Stockholm
Contact:

Successfull install on Linux

Post by jonax »

Hello, I have downloaded version 0.4.15 on my PC running openSUSE Linux. I managed to install and run ReactOS as a QEMU/KVM virtual machine. Some programs I coded in 16 bit Pascal Delphi a long time ago can run on ReactOS. A pleasant surprise to be able to use them here. Unfortunately I didn't manage to install and run Delphi 3.

Also tried to install some old PC games. Some success with Starcraft 1 and Fallout 2. Got sound but only 16 colors; fully playable but a bit dull. The main ReactOS has the full glory of millions of colors. Any suggestions of how to get more colors for those games?
snappane
Posts: 1
Joined: Wed Nov 13, 2024 9:43 am

Re: Successfull install on Linux

Post by snappane »

To improve color depth for games in ReactOS on QEMU:

Install Graphics Drivers: Check if ReactOS supports VESA or compatible drivers to enhance color support.
Adjust QEMU Display Settings: Experiment with different resolutions and color depths in QEMU settings.
ReactOS Compatibility Modes: Try running the games in compatibility mode for Windows 98 or XP.
These steps can help maximize the color output for older games in your setup.
jonax
Posts: 3
Joined: Fri Aug 09, 2024 12:03 pm
Location: Stockholm
Contact:

Re: Successfull install on Linux

Post by jonax »

Thanks for the suggestions. No doubt usesful but I never managed to solve the problem despite playing with the settings. I'm afraid I never found the right combination. That aside the ReactOs runs starcraft 1 well.
Post Reply

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: Ahrefs [Bot], Yandex [Bot] and 10 guests