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MAME - Emulation Framework
MAME is a multi-purpose emulation framework
Version 0.280.0 · by hundreds of developers
Official site: mamedev.org
About MAME - Emulation Framework
MAME’s purpose is to preserve decades of software history. As electronic
technology continues to rush forward, MAME prevents this important "vintage"
software from being lost and forgotten. This is achieved by documenting the
hardware and how it functions. The source code to MAME serves as this
documentation. The fact that the software is usable serves primarily to
validate the accuracy of the documentation (how else can you prove that you
have recreated the hardware faithfully?). Over time, MAME (originally stood
for Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator) absorbed the sister-project MESS (Multi
Emulator Super System), so MAME now documents a wide variety of (mostly
vintage) computers, video game consoles and calculators, in addition to the
arcade video games that were its initial focus.

## Package Parameters
* `/AddToDesktop` - add a desktop shortcut for MAME. By default the shortcut will be added for all users
e.g. `choco install -y mame --package-parameters="/AddToDesktop"`
* `/AddToStart` - add a shortcut to the start menu for DbGate. By default the shortcut will be added for all users
e.g. `choco install -y mame --package-parameters="/AddToStart"`
* `/User` - where the user parameter is specified any shortcuts created (`/AddToDesktop` or `/AddToStart`) will only
be added for the current user
e.g. `choco install -y mame --package-parameters="/AddToDesktop /AddToStart /User"`
How to install MAME - Emulation Framework
- 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 Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install mame-emulation-framework
- Open MAME - Emulation Framework once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is MAME - Emulation Framework free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to mamedev.org, the developer's official site, where MAME - Emulation Framework is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of MAME - Emulation Framework?
The version listed here is 0.280.0, published /Date(1756. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install MAME - Emulation Framework from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install mame-emulation-framework. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is MAME - Emulation Framework safe?
MAME - Emulation Framework downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.