Wine 11.20, the latest bi-weekly development release of the Windows compatibility layer, was made available today, October 17, 2026. This version includes changes to CD-ROM support. As Phoronix noted, Wine 11.20 "is out today as the newest bi-weekly development release of this software for enjoying Windows games and apps on Linux." This development work is a precursor to the upcoming Wine 12.0 stable release, which is expected in early 2027. The continued bi-weekly releases contribute to the ongoing effort to improve Windows application and game compatibility on Linux platforms, with Wine 12.0 marking the next major stable milestone.