Is RimWorld available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. RimWorld has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
RimWorld Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Rosetta 2 |
| Metacritic score | 87 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~62 hours (main story) |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Publisher | Ludeon Studios |
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What does this mean?
Rosetta 2 means the Mac version is an Intel build that Apple Silicon Macs run automatically through Rosetta 2 translation. Compatibility is verified against Steam and community sources. Learn how Mac game compatibility works →
Will RimWorld run on your Mac?
Yes, via Rosetta 2
Official Intel build; Apple Silicon Macs run it automatically through Rosetta 2.
See everything your Mac can run →Minimum Mac requirements for RimWorld
| OS | macOS 10.12 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Core 2 Duo |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4000 or other shader model 4.0 |
| Storage | 1 GB available space |
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, RimWorld should run.
How to play RimWorld on Mac
RimWorld has an official Mac version, but it's an Intel build. On Apple Silicon Macs (M1 or newer) macOS runs it automatically through Rosetta 2, a built-in translation layer, so it's nearly as simple as a native game.
- Get the game. Buy and download RimWorld on Steam.
- Install Rosetta 2 (one time). The first time you open an Intel app, macOS offers to install Rosetta 2. Click Install. You can also run "softwareupdate --install-rosetta" in Terminal beforehand.
- Launch and play. Rosetta translates the game invisibly in the background. For a game like this, performance is typically excellent, and you won't notice it's happening.
Common questions about RimWorld on Mac
Is RimWorld available on Mac?
Yes. RimWorld has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
How do I play RimWorld on Mac?
RimWorld has an official Mac version, but it's an Intel build. On Apple Silicon Macs (M1 or newer) macOS runs it automatically through Rosetta 2, a built-in translation layer, so it's nearly as simple as a native game.
How long does RimWorld take to beat?
RimWorld takes about 62 hours to beat (main story).
What is RimWorld's Metacritic score?
RimWorld has a Metacritic score of 87.
What are the minimum Mac requirements for RimWorld?
RimWorld lists a minimum of macOS 10.12, Core 2 Duo, 4 GB RAM on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.
