Dosbox Debugger Stuck: Tips and Troubleshooting

As a retro gaming enthusiast, I'm sure many of us have encountered the frustration of having our Dosbox debugger stuck while trying to play old games on our PC. But before we dive into troubleshooting, let's take a look at a clever trick that can help alleviate the need for constant disc swapping.

In some cases, you may not even need to swap discs in-game if you mount the different ISO images and assign them to different drive letters. This is especially useful for games that support multiple CD-ROM drives natively. For instance, Command & Conquer can be mounted using Imgmount commands like this:

`Imgmount e /home/pi/RetroPie/roms/pc/isos/comcon/CaCCD2.iso -t cdrom`

`Imgmount d /home/pi/RetroPie/roms/pc/isos/comcon/CaCCD1.iso -t cdrom`

Just add these commands to your Dosbox configuration, and you'll be able to play the game without having to switch discs. I've tested this trick with Under a Killing Moon, Ripper (yes, 6 discs!), and Pandora Directive, and it worked like a charm.

However, not all games may support multiple CD-ROM drives natively. In such cases, you might still need to swap discs in-game. But fear not, for there are other ways to troubleshoot the issue. For instance, if you're using the Dosbox debugger, make sure to close the window before launching a new debugging session. This is due to the use of serial port emulation for communication.

It's also worth noting that the debugger can be quite slow compared to what you may be used to. But don't worry – it's all part of the retro gaming experience! And remember, asking questions and seeking help is what this forum is here for.

So there you have it – a few tips and tricks to help you overcome common issues with Dosbox and its debugger. Happy gaming, and don't hesitate to reach out if you need further assistance!