Is Stellaris available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. Stellaris has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
Stellaris Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Rosetta 2 |
| Metacritic score | 78 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~28 hours (main story) |
| 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 Stellaris 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 Stellaris
| OS | 13 (Ventura) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel® iCore™ i5-4570S |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia® GeForce™ GT 750M or equivalent AMD® card with 1GB Vram |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 10 GB available space |
| Additional Notes | Controller support: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. Special multiplayer requirements: Internet Connection |
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, Stellaris should run.
How to play Stellaris on Mac
Stellaris 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 Stellaris 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 Stellaris on Mac
Is Stellaris available on Mac?
Yes. Stellaris has an official macOS build that runs on Apple Silicon Macs through Rosetta 2.
How do I play Stellaris on Mac?
Stellaris 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 Stellaris take to beat?
Stellaris takes about 28 hours to beat (main story).
What is Stellaris's Metacritic score?
Stellaris has a Metacritic score of 78.
What are the minimum Mac requirements for Stellaris?
Stellaris lists a minimum of macOS 13 (Ventura), Intel® iCore™ i5-4570S, 8 GB RAM on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.
