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emudore vs Hoxs64
Both stand on commodore 64 emulators. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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emudore offers Commodore 64 emulation across desktop platforms and the web, with PRG loading and several VIC-II features. Its stated compatibility limits matter for advanced games and demos.
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Hoxs64 offers C64 emulation with disk and tape support, save states, and a debugger. Its Windows requirements and cartridge limitations are worth checking first.
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| emudore | Hoxs64 | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | hoxs64.net |
| On commodore 64 emulators | #8 of 31 | #12 of 31 |
emudore: what it does well
- Runs on Linux, Windows, macOS, and in a browser.
- Loads PRG files and types BASIC listings.
- Supports four official VIC-II graphics modes.
- Apache 2.0 licensed.
What to know first
- Special keys are not supported yet.
- Illegal opcodes are unsupported.
- Advanced games or demos may fail.
Hoxs64: what it does well
- Free, with 32-bit and 64-bit downloads listed.
- 1541 disk emulation supports reading and writing.
- Includes state saving and a debugger.
- Supports configurable keyboard and joystick controls.
What to know first
- Tape playback is read-only.
- Multiple cartridges are not supported.
- Mounting a cartridge disables the REU option.
- Requires Windows 10 or 11 and DirectX 11.1.
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