The compatibility mode in Windows 10 or 11 is an excellent way to run old versions of software.

Navigate to the Compatibility tab and check the compatibility mode box to un-gray the dropdown menu beneath and choose what previous version of windows you want to run your game in.

To run an old app or game on Windows 11, use your operating system's built-in compatibility mode. To use compatibility mode, right-click your app or game, click "Properties," open the ...

Use the Compatibility Mode to run old Games and Software on Windows 11 and Windows 10. Make old programs and games work!

Like its predecessors, Windows 10 is expected have a compatibility mode to allow users to run older programs written back when previous versions of Windows were the newest operating system.

The Game Mode coming in this spring's Windows 10 Creators Update is designed to help your games run faster and smoother. Here's how.