Description:
Amiga 500, 1000, 2000 emulator
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Type: Cask
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Latest Version: 4.4@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: System utilities
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Tags:
emulator
amiga
retro-computing
macos
cask
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Install:
brew install --cask vamiga
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About:
vAmiga is a high-precision emulator that recreates the hardware of classic Commodore Amiga models, including the A500, A1000, and A2000. It provides cycle-accurate emulation of the Motorola 68000 CPU, the custom chipset (Agnus, Denise, Paula), and other critical components. The software's main value proposition is delivering an authentic computing experience for running legacy software, games, and demos with high fidelity on modern systems.
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Key Features:
- Cycle-accurate emulation of the Motorola 68000 CPU and Amiga custom chips
- Support for multiple Amiga models (A500, A1000, A2000) and hardware expansions
- Advanced debugging tools, including a built-in disassembler and memory inspector
- High-performance rendering with support for OpenGL and native Metal APIs
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Use Cases:
- Retro-gaming and preservation of Amiga software
- Software development and debugging for the Amiga platform
- Digital archaeology and historical computer science research
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Alternatives:
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FS-UAE
– FS-UAE is a cross-platform emulator focused on broad compatibility and configuration via front-ends, whereas vAmiga prioritizes a native macOS experience and deep hardware-level debugging.
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Amiberry
– Amiberry is optimized for single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi, while vAmiga is a native macOS application with a focus on high-fidelity graphics and developer tools.
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Version |
Rev |
Change |
Commit |
| Apr 25, 2026 7:50am |
4.4 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
fd8f3247 |
| Sep 18, 2025 2:27pm |
4.3.2 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
217a5b5f |
| Sep 17, 2025 5:14pm |
4.3.1 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
a1ac0763 |
| Aug 22, 2025 11:22pm |
4.3 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
efb0fa22 |
| Aug 8, 2025 9:37pm |
4.3 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
79943f90 |
| Jul 1, 2024 3:48pm |
2.6.2 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
8f359fc4 |
| Jun 28, 2024 9:04am |
2.6.1 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
87629f55 |
| Jun 27, 2024 10:00am |
2.6 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
0e3cf23a |
| Jan 6, 2023 3:05pm |
2.3 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
e11a5f19 |
| Dec 24, 2022 9:33pm |
2.2.1 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
612e1d20 |
| Dec 7, 2022 12:06pm |
2.2 |
0 |
VERSION_BUMP |
4b1095ff |
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