BioShock Infinite cover art
Action-adventure

Is BioShock Infinite available on Mac?

Yes, with a compatibility layer. BioShock Infinite can be played on Mac by running Windows in Parallels Desktop.

BioShock Infinite Mac specs at a glance

Mac compatibilityYes, with a compatibility layer
How it runsParallels
Metacritic score94 / 100
Time to beat~12 hours (main story)
GenreAction-adventure
Publisher2K

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What does this mean?

Parallels means it's played by running Windows inside a virtual machine on your Mac. Compatibility is verified against Steam and community sources. Learn how Mac game compatibility works →

Will BioShock Infinite run on your Mac?

Yes, via Parallels

Runs by installing Windows in Parallels Desktop.

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Minimum Mac requirements for BioShock Infinite

OS10.12 (Sierra)
Processor2.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo (Dual-Core)
Memory4 GB RAM
Hard Disk Space30 GB Video
Memory512 MB
Video CardATI Radeon HD 3870 / NVidia Geforce 640M / Intel HD4000 Additional: BioShock Infinite supports both the Microsoft Xbox 360 wired gamepad and the PlayStation 3 Dualshock 3 Wireless Controller in addition to the Macintosh mouse and keyboard NOTICE: This game is

Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, BioShock Infinite should run.

How to play BioShock Infinite on Mac

BioShock Infinite runs on Mac by installing Windows in a virtual machine with Parallels Desktop.

  1. Set up Parallels + Windows. Install Parallels Desktop and let it download and configure Windows 11 (it runs the ARM build of Windows on Apple Silicon).
  2. Install the game in Windows. Inside the Windows VM, open Steam or your store and install BioShock Infinite exactly as you would on a PC.
  3. Play from the VM. This uses more resources than CrossOver, but it's the most "just works" route. Demanding games may run smoother via CrossOver or a native option if one exists.

Common questions about BioShock Infinite on Mac

Is BioShock Infinite available on Mac?

Yes. BioShock Infinite can be played on Mac by running Windows in Parallels Desktop.

How do I play BioShock Infinite on Mac?

BioShock Infinite runs on Mac by installing Windows in a virtual machine with Parallels Desktop.

How long does BioShock Infinite take to beat?

BioShock Infinite takes about 12 hours to beat (main story).

What is BioShock Infinite's Metacritic score?

BioShock Infinite has a Metacritic score of 94.

What are the minimum Mac requirements for BioShock Infinite?

BioShock Infinite lists a minimum of macOS 10.12 (Sierra), 2.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo (Dual-Core), 512 MB on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.