CrossOver 25.1 It is now available as an update to CodeWeavers' Wine-based compatibility layer for running Windows software on Linux and macOS. The new release focuses on ironing out recent bugs in popular game clients and applications, with the goal of delivering a more stable and predictable experience.
Among the most notable changes are: Fixes for EA and Ubisoft launchers, improvements to controller support (including wired Xbox and select 8BitDo Pro models), Steam crash fixes with msync and connectivity tweaks, as well as fixes for Office 365 Outlook login and improved stability when running Microsoft Office 2016 on Linux. The compatibility database has also been updated.
CrossOver 25.1 introduces new features focused on video games
The Electronic Arts and Ubisoft customers see crashes caused by recent updates fixed, which should return launching and updating games managed by these launchers to normal in CrossOver.
Steam fixes an issue where enabling msync could cause downloads to stallConnection issues affecting some users have also been resolved. These fixes aim to make title downloads and verification more consistent.
Furthermore, The compatibility database has been updated, so automatic settings detection should work with more games from the first boot, reducing the manual tweaking required.
Controls and peripherals
The update fixes several driver-related issuesSpecifically, it improves compatibility with wired Xbox controllers and certain 8BitDo Pro controllers. If any controller continues to struggle, we recommend using Steam Input to fine-tune its behavior, as support for some peripherals on Linux remains uneven.
Microsoft Office on Linux
On the office front, CrossOver 25.1 fixes Outlook login to Office 365 and strengthens the stability of Microsoft Office 2016 when running on Linux. These are tweaks intended for those who need these applications for compatibility with legacy workflows or documents.
What is CrossOver and who is behind it?
CrossOver is a Commercial edition built on Wine that adds specific interface, support, and settings to facilitate the execution of Windows applications and games. CodeWeavers is among the main contributors to the Wine project and integrates many of the improvements it develops upstream. If you want to better understand how this platform works, you may be interested in checking out how it compares to other solutions in this comparative article.
How to get CrossOver 25.1
Version 25.1 is available for Linux and macOS with a trial period from the official CodeWeavers website. Those with an active license can update directly from the app or by downloading the installer from their account.
This release addresses issues with EA and Ubisoft launchers, Steam downloads getting stuck with msync, problematic gamepad drivers, and issues related to Outlook 365 and Office 2016 on Linux, improving compatibility and providing a smoother experience from the start.