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Basilisk II
A 68k Macintosh emulator
by Callum Lerwick
Official site: flathub.org
About Basilisk II
Basilisk II is an Open Source 68k Macintosh emulator. That is, it enables you to run 68k Mac OS software on you computer. However, you still need a copy of Mac OS 7.x-8.1 and a Macintosh ROM image to use Basilisk II.
How to install Basilisk II
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub net.cebix.basilisk
- Open Basilisk II once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Basilisk II free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Basilisk II is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Basilisk II from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub net.cebix.basilisk. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Basilisk II safe?
Basilisk II downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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