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VICERetroArch
Free

Free and open source, developed by volunteers.

 Free

Free and open source, funded by donations.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Covers almost the whole Commodore 8-bit range
  • Separate SuperCPU emulator for the C64
  • Configure once and every emulator core inherits the settings
  • Runs on desktops, phones and a long list of games consoles
  • Ports for older systems such as DOS and OS/2 are stuck on old versions
  • Many machine options to learn
  • The settings menu is deep and intimidating the first time
  • You still have to download cores, and some systems need BIOS files you must supply
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-2.0 License: GPL-3.0
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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