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Virtual ][

virtual-ii · v13.0.1

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6.0

Apple II Emulator

brew install --cask virtual-ii
Note: This app requires a ROM image, which must be downloaded and installed separately. See https://virtualii.com/VirtualIIHelp/virtual_II_help.html#ROMImage for more info.
20
30-day installs
49
90-day installs
189
365-day installs
Install trend
Trust Score 2/10
Open source +0
Active development +0
Licensed +0
No auto-updates +0
Not deprecated +1
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

Virtual ][ is a dedicated Apple II emulator that allows users to run classic Apple II software on modern macOS systems. It offers accurate emulation and supports various Apple II models, appealing to retro computing enthusiasts and those interested in historical software.

Virtual ][ emulates Apple II systems, enabling users to run old software on modern Macs.

Maturity: The project appears stable but shows limited recent activity with no auto-updates and low installation numbers.

Community: No direct mentions of Virtual ][ were found, but related virtual tools on Reddit suggest potential interest in retro computing.

Pros

  • + Accurate emulation of Apple II systems
  • + Support for multiple Apple II models
  • + Useful for retro computing enthusiasts

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-updates
  • - Niche user base