Vmware Fusion Pro 11.5.3 -
VMware Fusion Pro 11.5.3, released in early 2020, was a key maintenance update for VMware’s virtualization platform on Intel-based Macs. It is primarily noted for being the last version to support as a host operating system. Overview and Compatibility
As of , VMware (now part of Broadcom) has made the current versions of Fusion Pro free for all users , including commercial and educational use. While 11.5.3 is legacy software, you can find official documentation and help through the Broadcom Support Portal . VMware Fusion Pro 11.5.3
: Offered DirectX 10.1 support, though some users noted performance issues with newer titles like Command & Conquer Remastered , which required DirectX 11. Common Technical Issues VMware Fusion Pro 11
: New security features in macOS Mojave and Catalina sometimes required disabling System Integrity Protection (SIP) to resolve USB device recognition issues. Modern Availability While 11
: Some users reported issues with the Escape key not registering in VMs, often caused by interference from third-party Mac apps like BetterTouchTool .
: A known "purgeable space" bug on Catalina host systems could prevent Fusion from utilizing available disk space.