Function: Transforms an Apple Macintosh into a Commodore 64.
Emulation Focus: Prioritizes PAL accuracy, supports both PAL and NTSC.
Web Assembly
Compatibility: Designed to run as a WebAssembly, operable directly in browsers.
Access: Enables playing games and viewing demos with a few clicks.
History
Origin: Started as a virtual CPU environment for computer engineering courses.
Evolution: Gained accuracy over time, becoming a comprehensive emulator.
Philosophy
Ease of Use: Bridging the gap between emulated and real machines with a simple interface.
Code Quality: Maintains high standards for system-level functionality.
Open Source: Available freely under open-source principles.
ROMs
Initial Setup: Requires adding four ROM images via drag-and-drop on first launch.
Copyright: ROMs not pre-installed due to ambiguous copyright status but compatible with VICE ROMs.
Free ROM Replacements
Alternative: Free ROMs from the Mega65 project available, installable via the ROM configuration panel.
Input Devices
Joystick Options: Supports keyboard emulation or external USB joysticks (e.g., Speedlink Competition Pro, Sony Dualshock 4).
Additional Support: Compatible with the RetroFun! USB adapter for original Commodore joysticks.
Media Formats
Supported Types: Handles all common C64 formats like D64, T64, PRG, P00, G64, TAP (datasette tapes), and CRT (cartridges).
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