Wine version 10.11 has been released, offering several enhancements and bug fixes aimed at improving the overall performance and functionality of the software. Key updates in this release include preparations for NTSync support and enhancements in generating Windows Runtime metadata using WIDL. A total of 25 bugs have been fixed, addressing issues across various applications, such as crashes in games and software, as well as enhancements in system processes.
- Windows Runtime Metadata Generation: Improved support for generating metadata in WIDL, which should facilitate better compatibility with Windows applications.
- Bug Fixes: Significant bug fixes have been implemented, addressing crashes and performance issues in popular applications, including games like Fallout 3 and Genshin Impact.
- Fixed rendering errors in games like C&C Generals Zero Hour and among various others.
- Addressed input issues in Genshin Impact after switching windows, and ensured proper functionality in several other applications.
The development of Wine is a collaborative effort involving numerous contributors, with the full list of authors available in the project’s [AUTHORS](https://gitlab.winehq.org/wine/wine/-/raw/wine-10.11/AUTHORS) file.
Key Features of Wine 10.11:
- NTSync Support: Initial groundwork has been laid for NTSync, which is expected to enhance synchronization capabilities.- Windows Runtime Metadata Generation: Improved support for generating metadata in WIDL, which should facilitate better compatibility with Windows applications.
- Bug Fixes: Significant bug fixes have been implemented, addressing crashes and performance issues in popular applications, including games like Fallout 3 and Genshin Impact.
Notable Bug Fixes:
- Resolved issues causing crashes in applications such as Mixcraft and Diggles.- Fixed rendering errors in games like C&C Generals Zero Hour and among various others.
- Addressed input issues in Genshin Impact after switching windows, and ensured proper functionality in several other applications.
Additional Information:
The source code for this release is available for download [here](https://dl.winehq.org/wine/source/10.x/wine-10.11.tar.xz), and binary packages will be accessible through various distribution download sites. Comprehensive documentation for Wine can be found [here](https://gitlab.winehq.org/wine/wine/-/wikis/Documentation).The development of Wine is a collaborative effort involving numerous contributors, with the full list of authors available in the project’s [AUTHORS](https://gitlab.winehq.org/wine/wine/-/raw/wine-10.11/AUTHORS) file.
Conclusion:
Wine 10.11 represents a significant step forward in the ongoing development of this compatibility layer, aiming to enhance user experience while expanding the range of Windows applications that can run on non-Windows platforms. The development team continues to work diligently on improving functionality and fixing bugs, which is crucial for maintaining the reliability and usability of Wine for its user base. Further updates are expected as work on NTSync and other enhancements progressesWine 10.11 released
A new development release of Wine is available and includes the preparation work for NTSync support, improved capabilities for Windows Runtime metadata generation in WIDL, and various bug fixes.
