Is Rust available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. Rust has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
Rust Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Rosetta 2 |
| Metacritic score | 69 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~55 hours (main story) |
| Publisher | Facepunch 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 Rust 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 Rust
| OS | macOS Monterey (version 12) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Apple M1 |
| Memory | 12 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Apple M1 |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 45 GB available space |
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, Rust should run.
How to play Rust on Mac
Rust 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 Rust 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 Rust on Mac
Is Rust available on Mac?
Yes. Rust has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
How do I play Rust on Mac?
Rust 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 Rust take to beat?
Rust takes about 55 hours to beat (main story).
What is Rust's Metacritic score?
Rust has a Metacritic score of 69.
What are the minimum Mac requirements for Rust?
Rust lists a minimum of macOS Monterey (version 12), Apple M1, 12 GB RAM on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.
