KEGS v1.31: More Advancements in Apple IIGS Emulation

A new version of KEGS, the Apple IIgs emulator, has been presented to the Apple II world by Kent Dickey, the curator and developer behind KEGS. He has released KEGS version 1.31 with a number of fixes and enhancements that will make your Apple IIgs computing experience even more streamlined and problem free.

For those unfamiliar with KEGS, it is one of the best Apple IIgs emulators, originally created for Windows.  The latest versions of the KEGS emulator will run on multiple platforms including Mac, Windows, and Linux based machines. Whether you’re a seasoned Apple IIgs user or a newcomer eager to explore the realm of Apple IIgs vintage computing, KEGS offers a remarkable platform upon which to run your Apple II series software.

What’s New in KEGS v1.31?

Here’s a quick rundown of the key changes and improvements that Kent Dickey has introduced in KEGS v1.31:

– Fix Windows failure where KEGS would quit on startup if config.kegs contained a new ROM path.

– Fix a Code Red halt running the Printer57.6 driver where KEGS thought itmight need to generate a baud rate event every .5 cycles.

– Fix disk image selection screen bug where s7d10-s7d12 could wrap and makeit hard to leave the screen.

– Add a Slinky RAM card in slot 4 (with no firmware), works even withMockingboard.

– Fix scanline interrupts which were happening too early starting withversion 1.24.

– Another false read bug was causing 16-bit RMW cycles to read the nextaddress (which is incorrect).

Getting KEGS IIGS Emulator

Whether you’re looking to relive your Apple IIgs glory days or are curious about the computing in the Apple IIgs world, KEGS v1.31 opens the door to a treasure trove of classic Apple II and Apple IIgs software and experiences.

You can download the latest version of KEGS Apple IIgs emulator from the official KEGS website at: kegs.sourceforge.net/.

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