VMware Fusion 12 Pro was a landmark release for Mac virtualization, introducing support for macOS Big Sur and advanced container capabilities. However, the landscape for obtaining a has changed significantly following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware. The Licensing Shift (2024 & Beyond)
Given the licensing upheaval, many users are switching:
For Intel Mac users clinging to perpetual licensing, staying on Fusion 12 Pro is viable but increasingly isolated.