atari800 ☆

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Description:
Atari 8-bit machine emulator

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 5.2.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: emulator retro-gaming atari gaming preservation

Install: brew install atari800

About:
Atari800 is a multi-platform emulator for the Atari 8-bit family of computers (400/800, XL/XE series). It provides cycle-accurate emulation of the original hardware, allowing users to run classic Atari software and games with high fidelity. The emulator supports various ROMs and offers extensive configuration options for graphics, sound, and input devices.

Key Features:

Cycle-accurate emulation of Atari 800, 800XL, 130XE, and 65XE models
Support for ATR, XFD, and CAR disk image formats
Cross-platform compatibility (Linux, macOS, Windows, and more)
Configurable video filters and audio options

Use Cases:

Retro gaming and playing classic Atari 8-bit titles
Software preservation and archival of legacy applications
Development and testing of Atari 8-bit homebrew software

Alternatives:

MAME – MAME is a broader arcade and system emulator that includes Atari 8-bit support, but Atari800 is more focused and lightweight for this specific platform.

License: GPL-2.0-or-later

Dependencies: sdl12-compat, libpng, readline

Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, sonoma, ventura, monterey, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 13, 2025 1:17pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	5e20041c