Macs still aren’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think about gaming, but Apple is doing everything it can to change that. This year brought several excellent titles that run natively on Apple Silicon chips (M1 through M5) for optimal macOS gaming performance

The games listed below should work on all Apple processors starting from the M1, though most developers recommend having at least 16 GB of RAM. Of course, even within the same M series, there are big performance differences – from the base chips to the more powerful Pro, Max, and Ultra versions. For the best gaming experience, you’ll want one of the higher‑end configurations.

Take the new MacBook Pro 2025, powered by the latest entry‑level M5 chip (10‑core CPU and 10‑core GPU), paired with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD. Compared to the original M1, the base M5 offers roughly twice the CPU performance and three to four times the GPU power. AI performance (Neural Engine) has also seen a major leap forward.

The 5 best macOS Games of 2025

5. Assassin’s Creed: Shadows

Despite all the early controversy, this turned out to be a genuinely solid experience. In AC Shadows, you can play as both a powerful samurai and a deadly female ninja. Native Mac launch March 2025 supports ray tracing on M3+.

4. Robocop: Rogue City

Thanks to this shooter, you can once again uphold the law on the streets of Detroit. There might not be any over‑the‑top ticket fines, but criminals will still learn to fear your presence.

3. Control: Ultimate Edition

Remedy’s ray-traced masterpiece with HDR/MetalFX; ultra presets shine on M3/M4 for immersive action. A dynamic and atmospheric title from the creators of Alan Wake. While waiting for the Max Payne Remake, this is absolutely worth diving into.

2. Resident Evil 4 Remake

One of the best survival horror games ever made, beautifully refreshed for modern systems. The final version of this cult classic is now available not only on macOS, but also on iPhone (iOS) and iPad. If you’re playing on a smartphone, Red Dead Redemption Mobile has some serious competition here.

1. Cyberpunk 2077

Wake up, Samurai – you’ve got a Mac to buy. There’s really nothing more to say here – everyone knows CD Projekt RED’s iconic game.

Apple MacBook Pro 2025 M5 – specs

• Screen: 14,2″ 3024 x 1964 120 Hz (Liquid Retina XDR, 1000 nits)
• System:  macOS Spotlight or newer
• CPU & GPU: Apple Silicon M5 (10c/10c)
• RAM:  16 GB RAM (unified)
• SSD: 512 GB
• Network:  Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) / BT 5.3
• Battery: 72,4 mAh

Apple Silicon specs (CPU, GPU, AI TOPS)

Generation	Variant	Total CPU Cores	Performance Cores (P)	Efficiency Cores (E)	GPU Cores	Neural Engine Cores	TOPS (AI, NE)
M1	M1	8	4	4	7–8	16	~11
M1	M1 Pro	10	8	2	up to 16	16	~11
M1	M1 Max	10	8	2	up to 32	16	~11
M1	M1 Ultra	20	16	4	up to 64	32	~22
M2	M2	8	4	4	up to 10	16	~16
M2	M2 Pro	up to 12	up to 8	up to 4	up to 19	16	~16
M2	M2 Max	up to 12	up to 8	up to 4	up to 38	16	~16
M2	M2 Ultra	24	16	8	up to 76	32	~32 (est.)
M3	M3	up to 8	up to 4	up to 4	up to 10	16	~18
M3	M3 Pro	up to 12	up to 6	up to 6	up to 18	16	~18
M3	M3 Max	up to 16	up to 12	up to 4	up to 40	16	~18
M3	M3 Ultra	up to 32	up to 24	up to 8	up to 80	32	~36
M4	M4	up to 10	4	6	up to 10	16	38
M4	M4 Pro	~14	~10	~4	up to 20	16	38
M4	M4 Max	~16	~12	~4	up to 40	16	38
M5	M5	up to 10	4	6	10	16	up to 133*

*For M5, the TOPS value includes the classic Neural Engine plus AI accelerators in the GPU; the NE-only figure may be lower

FAQ

What other games can I play on my Mac?

Baldur’s Gate 3, Hades, Disco Elysium, Sid Meier’s Civilization VII or Palworld. It’s also worth noting that Resident Evil 3 Remake is now available on Mac as well.

What are the differences between Apple M1, M2, M3, M4, and M5?

Differences primarily involve CPU and GPU core counts, power efficiency, and Neural Engine performance measured in TOPS, which increases with each Apple Silicon generation. Newer generations like M4 and M5 also feature dedicated AI accelerators in the GPU, significantly boosting overall AI task performance.​

Which Apple Silicon chips have the highest AI Power?

M4 and M5 series chips offer the highest declared AI power, with M4 delivering up to 38 TOPS in the Neural Engine and M5 achieving much higher through combined NE and GPU AI accelerators. Older generations like M1 and M2 have lower TOPS values but remain sufficient for typical consumer tasks.

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