But the experience of getting these games running smoothly can be a frustrating one.
Here are a few things you might do to make it a little easier.
This can cause issues when trying to trigger the game on a modern OS like Windows 10 or 11.
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Click “Apply,” and give it another spin.
The game should run as if it’s using the proper OS.
Update them again when you’re done playing.
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A lot of older titles were released before controller usage saw widespread adoption on the PC.
Be aware that these can feel a little outdated and archaic.
Sometimes it might just be worth using a keyboard and mouse instead.
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Unfortunately, many older titles still expect an Xbox controller.
A lot of the time, these problems lead to fan-made solutions.
This relegates it to a separate window where the aspect ratio is fixed.
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With these tips handy, you’re probably about ready to start revisiting some old favorites.
