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Streamlining DOSBox-X With AutoHotkey: Save, Load, and Play Without Distractions

One of the best features of DOSBox-X, compared to the classic DOSBox, is its ability to save and load game states instantly. No more replaying entire levels just because you mis-timed a jump. But as anyone who has tinkered with DOSBox-X knows, the built-in hotkeys for these features can be… less than finger-friendly. That's where a little AutoHotkey (AHK v2) magic comes in.

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Revisiting Stonekeep: A Forgotten Gem of the DOS Era

When you think of classic RPGs from the '90s, titles like Baldur's Gate, Ultima, or Might and Magic might come to mind. But tucked away in the annals of gaming history is a dungeon crawler that dared to be different: Stonekeep. Released in 1995 by Interplay Productions, this game combined ambitious storytelling, innovative gameplay, and cinematic flair—making it one of the most memorable RPGs of its time, even if it doesn't always get the recognition it deserves today.

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Quick Basic 4.5 – The Classic Coding Playground That Refuses to Die

Remember the days before drag-and-drop UI builders and bloated frameworks? Back when programming meant typing raw code into a text-based editor, running it, and praying that you didn't get a Syntax error on line 20? If you do, then welcome back to the golden age of programming—where Quick Basic 4.5 ruled the scene.

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