Description:
Tool to run Windows software
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 26.2.0@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@CodeWeavers |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Productivity
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Tags:
windows
compatibility
wine
emulator
gaming
productivity
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Install:
brew install --cask crossover
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About:
CrossOver is a compatibility layer that enables users to run Windows applications and games on macOS without the need for a Windows license or operating system. It is built on the open-source Wine project but provides a polished, user-friendly interface and commercial support. This tool simplifies the process of installing and managing Windows software, providing a seamless experience for productivity and gaming.
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Key Features:
- Run Windows applications directly on macOS without reboots
- No Windows license required
- Simplified installation with 'Bottles' for managing app environments
- Optimized for gaming and popular applications like Microsoft Office
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Use Cases:
- Running Windows-only business or productivity software on a Mac
- Playing Windows games on macOS without dual-booting
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Alternatives:
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Parallels Desktop
– Runs a full Windows OS virtual machine, offering broader compatibility at the cost of higher resource usage and requiring a Windows license.
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Wine
– The free and open-source foundation for CrossOver, but lacks the graphical management tools and dedicated support offered by CrossOver.
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| Jun 9, 2026 4:36pm |
26.2.0 |
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364ec04a |
| Apr 9, 2026 4:36pm |
26.1.0 |
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11729a42 |
| Feb 10, 2026 6:58pm |
26.0.0 |
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736f85b0 |
| Sep 15, 2025 5:00pm |
25.1.1 |
0 |
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ee19a66a |
| Aug 12, 2025 3:51pm |
25.1.0 |
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26a17d25 |
| Mar 21, 2024 10:31am |
24.0.1 |
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1b6cf149 |
| Nov 27, 2023 2:32pm |
23.7.0 |
0 |
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6eaccbc0 |
| Oct 18, 2023 1:47pm |
23.6.0 |
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ff730554 |
| Sep 27, 2023 11:24am |
23.5.0 |
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bd58d2f2 |
| Apr 5, 2023 1:06am |
22.1.1 |
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31a67e27 |
| Feb 26, 2023 7:18am |
22.1.0.35672 |
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73b0edf7 |
| Feb 14, 2023 11:47am |
22.1.0.35672 |
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576c1d5b |
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