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CCS64

CCS64 emulates a Commodore 64 on a PC so users can run much of the computer’s original software.

Place
#14 of 31
Score
5.7
CCS64's website

What CCS64 is

CCS64 emulates a Commodore 64 on a PC so users can run much of the computer’s original software. It models the C64 console and peripherals including its keyboard, joysticks, paddles, mouse, disk drives, cassette recorder and many cartridges. Supported media include PRG, P00, T64, TAP, D64, G41, G64 and CRT files. Documentation describes cycle-exact CPU and pixel-exact VIC-II emulation, while SID filter and amplifier behavior is approximated. Users can record session video with audio to AVI or audio to WAV, inspect machine code, trace backward and replay up to 60 minutes of emulation history. Internet multiplayer for T64, D64 and PRG files uses the Kaillera client. The maker describes CCS64 as shareware that is free to use and copy, while asking regular users to register; listed registration is $30 once. The download page lists 32-bit and 64-bit Windows executables, and supported platforms include Windows, DOS, Linux and Unix.

Good

  • Emulates a range of C64 peripherals and cartridges.
  • Supports numerous disk, tape and program formats.
  • Includes machine-code monitoring and backward tracing.
  • Offers multiplayer through the Kaillera client.

Watch out

  • SID filter and amplifier emulation is approximated.
  • Regular users are asked to register for $30 once.
  • Listed Windows requirements include DirectX 9.0 or later.

Who it suits

CCS64 suits people who want to run Commodore 64 software on a PC, work with several C64 media formats, or use debugging and recording tools.

Verdict

CCS64 combines C64 emulation with media support, recording, debugging and multiplayer features. Its sound emulation is not described as exact, and regular users are asked to register.

Plans and prices

From CCS64's own pricing page, checked 30 Sep 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
Shareware registration$30, paid onceRegular use; registered users may receive special features

The facts

Each one read from CCS64's own pages, with the date it was checked.

What it does

Compatibility
The documentation lists cycle-exact CPU emulation and pixel-exact VIC-II emulation, and describes SID filter and amplifier emulation as approximated.checked 30 Sep 2026
Current download
The download page lists CCS64 V4.1 32-bit and 64-bit executables for Windows 7/8/10/11, dated 27 July 2026.checked 30 Sep 2026
Debugging
Features include a machine-code monitor, backward walk tracing, and replay of up to 60 minutes of emulation history.checked 30 Sep 2026
Distribution
The maker describes CCS64 as shareware that is free to use and copy, and asks regular users to register.checked 30 Sep 2026
Emulation
It emulates the C64 console, keyboard, joysticks, paddles, mouse, up to four 1541 disk drives, a C2N cassette recorder, and many cartridges.checked 30 Sep 2026
Media formats
Supported image formats listed include PRG, P00, T64, TAP, D64, G41, and G64.checked 30 Sep 2026
Multiplayer
Internet multiplayer for T64, D64, and PRG files uses the Kaillera client.checked 30 Sep 2026
Peripherals
The emulator supports digital joysticks, a C1351 mouse, paddles, and optional HardSID sound hardware in the 32-bit version.checked 30 Sep 2026
Product
CCS64 is software that emulates a Commodore 64 on a PC so users can run much of its original software.checked 30 Sep 2026
Recording
Users can save session video with audio to AVI files and audio to WAV files.checked 30 Sep 2026
Support
The site links to a forum, FAQ, documentation, and a CCS64 Knowledge Base.checked 30 Sep 2026
System requirements
The documentation lists Windows 7/8/9/10/11 with DirectX 9.0 or later, a Pentium Dual-Core or better, at least 256 Mb memory, and SVGA graphics or better.checked 30 Sep 2026

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