playonmac ☆
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Description:
Allows installation and use of software designed for Windows
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.4.4@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: wine windows-emulation gaming compatibility macos
Install: brew install --cask playonmac
About:
PlayOnMac is a free, open-source GUI built on top of Wine that simplifies installing and running Windows applications and games on macOS. It provides pre-configured installers for popular software and manages separate virtual drives to ensure application compatibility and stability without needing a Windows license.
Key Features:
  • One-click installers for popular Windows applications
  • Management of multiple Wine versions and virtual drives
  • Graphical interface for configuring Wine settings
  • No Windows license required
Use Cases:
  • Running Windows-only games on macOS
  • Using legacy Windows business software on a Mac
  • Developing and testing Windows applications in a macOS environment
Alternatives:
  • CrossOver – A paid, commercial alternative with professional support and optimized performance.
  • Wine – The underlying command-line engine that PlayOnMac provides a graphical interface for.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:47pm 4.4.4 0 VERSION_BUMP 6ac0c53e
Jul 2, 2023 9:41am 4.3.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 4323b335
Dec 17, 2022 12:10am 4.3.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 2b9f1af6
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