Is Shadowrun Returns available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. Shadowrun Returns has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
Shadowrun Returns Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Rosetta 2 |
| Metacritic score | 76 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~12 hours (main story) |
| Genre | Role-playing |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
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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 Shadowrun Returns 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 Shadowrun Returns
| OS | OSX 10.6 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel-based Macs only (x86-compatible, 1.4GHz or better) |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Hard disk space | 2 GB HD space |
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, Shadowrun Returns should run.
How to play Shadowrun Returns on Mac
Shadowrun Returns 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 Shadowrun Returns 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 Shadowrun Returns on Mac
Is Shadowrun Returns available on Mac?
Yes. Shadowrun Returns has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
How do I play Shadowrun Returns on Mac?
Shadowrun Returns 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 Shadowrun Returns take to beat?
Shadowrun Returns takes about 12 hours to beat (main story).
What is Shadowrun Returns's Metacritic score?
Shadowrun Returns has a Metacritic score of 76.
What are the minimum Mac requirements for Shadowrun Returns?
Shadowrun Returns lists a minimum of macOS OSX 10.6, Intel-based Macs only (x86-compatible, 1.4GHz or better), 2 GB RAM on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.
