Is Factorio available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. Factorio runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) Macs.
Factorio Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Native |
| Metacritic score | 90 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~47 hours (main story) |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Publisher | Wube Software LTD. |
| Last verified | Aug 9, 2026 |
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What does this mean?
Native means there's an official macOS version built to run directly on Apple Silicon, with no extra software needed. Compatibility is verified against Steam and community sources. Learn how Mac game compatibility works →
Will Factorio run on your Mac?
Yes, it runs natively
Built for Apple Silicon, nothing extra to install.
See everything your Mac can run →Minimum Mac requirements for Factorio
| OS | OS X 10.10 Yosemite |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2016 Mac |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Storage | 5 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Normal sprite resolution, Low quality compression, 1080p resolution |
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, Factorio should run.
How to play Factorio on Mac
Good news: Factorio has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
- Get the game. Factorio is sold on Steam. Buy and download it there. Some Apple Silicon ports are also on the Mac App Store.
- Install and launch. It's built for Apple Silicon, so it runs directly on M1/M2/M3/M4 Macs at full native speed, with no translation layer, no Windows, and no workarounds.
- Play. Open it from your Applications folder or Steam library and you're in.
Common questions about Factorio on Mac
Is Factorio available on Mac?
Yes. Factorio runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) Macs.
How do I play Factorio on Mac?
Good news: Factorio has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
How long does Factorio take to beat?
Factorio takes about 47 hours to beat (main story).
What is Factorio's Metacritic score?
Factorio has a Metacritic score of 90.
What are the minimum Mac requirements for Factorio?
Factorio lists a minimum of macOS OS X 10.10 Yosemite, 2016 Mac, 8 GB RAM on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.
