It was the first version fully optimized for macOS 10.15, including support for Dark Mode and "Sidecar," allowing users to use an iPad as a second display for their Windows or Linux VMs.
Modern versions can be downloaded and used without a traditional license key, simplifying the setup process for new users. VMware Fusion Pro 11.5.0
A common bug involved VMs failing to recognize USB devices. This often required a clean reinstall of VMware Tools or manual permissions adjustments in System Preferences under "Security & Privacy". It was the first version fully optimized for macOS 10
It added support for Jumbo Frames on virtual networks, improving data transfer speeds for complex lab environments. Licensing and Modern Availability This often required a clean reinstall of VMware
Users often encountered specific hurdles with this specific release on macOS Catalina:
A major addition for developers was vctl , a command-line tool for building, running, and managing containers (like Docker) directly within Fusion without needing a full VM.