This provides a more predictable update cycle, aligning the desktop hypervisors (Workstation and Fusion) with modern software industry standards.

Traditional versions like Workstation 17.x officially reached end-of-life on November 17, 2025. 2. Licensing Revolution: It's Now Free

VMware Workstation Pro 25H2u1 (Released March 6, 2026).

In a major shift, Broadcom announced that for personal, educational, and even commercial use.