quasi88
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Description:
PC-8801 emulator
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: emulator retro-computing pc-8801 gaming japanese
Install: brew install quasi88
About:
Quasi88 is a high-precision emulator for the NEC PC-8801 series of 8-bit home computers. It provides accurate hardware simulation, allowing users to run original software and games on modern systems. The tool is highly configurable and supports a wide range of disk and tape formats.
Key Features:
  • High-accuracy emulation of PC-8801 hardware
  • Support for various disk image formats (D88, UPD)
  • Cross-platform availability (Linux, macOS, Windows)
  • Extensive configuration options via command-line and UI
  • Support for save states
Use Cases:
  • Retro gaming and preservation of PC-8801 software
  • Software development and testing for the PC-8801 platform
  • Digital archiving of legacy computer media
Alternatives:
  • MAME – MAME is a larger multi-system emulator; Quasi88 is a specialized, lightweight emulator focused solely on the PC-8801.
  • Neko Project II – Another popular PC-8801 emulator, often compared for performance and feature sets.
Version History
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