What is Stella FOR LINUX?

Introducing Stella FOR LINUX

Stella is an open source and multi-platform Atari 2600 VCS (Video Computer System) emulator initially developed for Linux by Bradford W. Mott. Originally introduced in 1977, Atari 2600 Video Computer System (VCS) was the most popular and acclaimed home video game system of the early 80's.

Key Features:

• Unique graphical user interface


• Independent of desktop environment


• Simple ROM directory selection


• Video, audio, input, UI, and snapshot settings


• Game properties modification


• Config paths adjustment


• ROM auditing


• Cheat codes entry


• System logs viewing


• Keyboard or joystick device support

Technical Specifications:

• Written in C++ programming language


• Available as source archive


• Requires configuration and compilation


• Binary installers for Debian/Ubuntu and Fedora/Red Hat


• Support for 32-bit and 64-bit architectures

Over the years, Stella has been successfully ported to many operating systems, such as AmigaOS, AcornOS, DOS, FreeBSD, OS/2, IRIX, Mac OS X, UNIX, as well as Microsoft Windows. Both 32-bit and 64-bit architectures are supported at this time.

Thanks to Stella, you are now able to enjoy all of your Atari 2600 games on your personal computer. We guarantee that you won’t find a better, simpler, or faster Atari 2600 emulator on the entire GNU/Linux market!

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!