Last updated a few months ago, several games had to be replaced by newer entries. Rise of the Tomb Raider is the sequel to the stellar Tomb Raider reboot from 2013.Starring the young archaeologist Lara Croft, this action-adventure game takes place one year after her adventure in Yamatai. This time, Lara sets out to the lost city of Kitezh to recover the Divine Source, an ancient artifact with the power to grant immortality.With a focus on combat and survival, this game plays a lot like its predecessor.

This is a small shooter game focused on proteccting your loli. Protecc Your Loli - PC 1.0.2 149 MB. Protecc Your Loli - Mac 1.0.2 152 MB. A vertical slice is like a cross-section of the game, perhaps 10 to 30 minutes, that is representative of what the final game will look, sound and play like: a bit of everything to a high standard. The vertical slice is an industry-wide practice in large scale game projects.

And that’s a good thing. Rise of the Tomb Raider improves and refines everything that made the original great while adding more systems to play with. Unsurprisingly, it already is one of the best games for Mac of 2018 so far.Feral Interactive did an excellent job with Rise of the Tomb Raider’s Mac port, but unlike the previous 2013 reboot, this is a demanding game.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Have you ever heard of Amnesia: The Dark Descent? Well, SOMA is the latest horror game from that same developer, and in my opinion, it’s their best game yet.SOMA is a first-person shooter that takes place in an underwater research facility.

It’s Rapture meets the Nostromo, and that’s the best part of the game. The horror and tension come from the environments here, not the characters. The game will ask you to go from one end of the facility to the other to discover what happened to all the missing employees along the way. Similar to Outlast, there are no weapons, and you can’t fight back.

You can only hide from the monsters or—eventually—run.Frictional Games did a fine job with SOMA’s Mac version. This is a good-looking game with system requirements that aren’t too high.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Does this need an introduction? There’s a reason why this MMORPG from Blizzard is one of the most famous games ever created.WoW defined the genre 10 years ago and continues to evolve and compete with the many MMOs that have come and gone in its wake. In WoW, you create a character, complete quests, and kill baddies to level up and become stronger. Once you’ve reached your maximum level, the real fun begins. You can take part in “raids,” which are basically harder dungeons with tougher bosses and more powerful gear.

Word of caution: This game is so good, it can be extremely addictive. I once lost around 6 months of my life playing WoW!Blizzard did a great job with WoW’s Mac version and the game should run on most modern Macs, especially now that it supports Metal.Our benchmark results (in FPS). It was a sad day when DiRT 3 suddenly became unavailable. That game had a special place in this Top 3 and for months I wondered how we could ever replace it.Turns out we only had to wait for a few months until DiRT Rally was released for Mac. With sophisticated handling and high-risk, high-reward gameplay, this game will challenge you.

But you can always change a few settings and assists to turn it into a more casual game if you’d prefer.Dirt Rally also features impressive graphics with photo-realistic cars and beautifully rendered tracks.Feral Interactive clearly put Apple’s Metal API to good use because, in spite of looking great, Dirt Rally has surprisingly low system requirements.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Because of the success of the original Pillars of Eternity, expectations were incredibly high. But developer Obsidian delivered, raising over $4 Million from over 33,000 backers.Pillars of Eternity 2 is not only a worthy successor, it improved upon everything the original game did. This is still an old-school game, reminiscent of the golden age of classic RPGs, but it plays better, looks better and has brand-new naval combat.Pillars of Eternity 2 also features real-time gameplay, an elevated camera angle, detailed party customizations, and tons of dialogue.

This game has all the ingredients to do old-school RPGs justice. Pillars of Eternity may look and feel old-school, and that might turn you off.

But don’t be fooled by appearances. This is a great game that tells a great story, and if you’re into RPGs, you owe it to yourself to try it.Also, Obsidian Entertainment did an excellent job on Pillar of Eternity’s 2 Mac version. The port is bug-free and easy on the system requirements.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Borderlands 2 is hands down the best first-person shooter in the Borderlands series.Sure, Borderlands: The Pre-sequel came out to replace it, but why fix something that ain’t broke? If you’re looking for the best Borderlands game, this is it.Borderlands 2 combines first-person shooter gameplay with RPG elements, creating one hell of an experience. This game is all about killing enemies to find cool weapons. If Diablo and Halo had a baby, it would look something like this.

Killing baddies to find that fire legendary gun you wanted is tons of fun, but Borderlands 2 is even better when you’re playing it with friends. Borderlands 2 is best experienced as a four-player co-op multiplayer.Borderlands 2’s Mac version is a good looking game too, and you will need some horsepower to run it properly.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Testing Conditions: We tested the game using Medium settings, 2X Anisotropic Filtering, FXAA, and 1280×800 resolution:Can your Mac run it? You’ll need either a MBP from 2013 onwards or one of the latest MacBooks or MBA.Any bugs you should be aware of? The game sometimes crashes on the start menu. To avoid that problem, just launch a game as soon as you enter the open menu.Verdict: Not DemandingSystem Requirements: OS 10.8.5, 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4 GB RAM, ATI Radeon HD 2600 / NVidia Geforce 8800/ Intel HD 3000, 13 GB hard drive space. Stardew Valley is the country-life RPG that took everyone by surprise, shattering sales records on Steam.This pixelated farming simulator is a tribute to the old Harvest Moon games and follows a boy who inherits a farm.

But compared to Harvest Moon, it’s a much more detailed and complex game, which is amazing considering it was entirely created by one person.Stardew Valley is an open-ended game and gives you control over everything: the design of your farm, the kinds of animals and crops to raise, etc. For months I wondered how an old-looking game about a farmer could be any fun. Well, turns out Stardew Valley is addictive and fun, no matter your gaming preferences.Plus, as the game uses retro-looking graphics, Stardew Valley version can be played on most Macs, including older models.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Civilization 5 was one of my favorite strategy games of all times and yet Civilization 6 managed to top it.In Civ 6, you take control of an entire civilization.

You get to create cities, raise armies, research technologies, build an economy, and expand your empire. Civ 6 may not be the most detailed Mac strategy game on the market (that honor goes to Europa Universalis 4), but it’s certainly the most fun.Everyone feared Civ 6 would simply ride Civ 5’s coattails, but thankfully, it didn’t. Firaxis managed to create something that feels both familiar and fresh at the same time.

Civ 6 brings welcome additions such as complex city-planning and hundreds of other improvements.Also, Civ 6 also sports improved graphics, making it the best-looking turn-based strategy game today. The downside is that you will need some horsepower to run it smoothly.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Testing Conditions: We tested the game using Medium Performance impact, Medium Memory impact, MSAA 2X Anti-Aliasing, and 1280×800 resolution.Can your Mac run it? Unfortunately, Civ 6 suffers from MacOS’s aging OpenGL graphics API, which is why the game is incredibly demanding. Only those with a high-end Mac will be able to enjoy itAny bugs you should be aware of? You can expect a smooth, bug-free experience.Verdict: Very Demanding.

Fortnite seems to be everywhere right now. Everyone is either playing it or talking about it. But give it a chance, and you’ll understand what the fuss is all about.In Fortnite Battle Royale (the free PvP mode), you and up to 99 opponents are dropped into a giant map where you’ll have to find randomly placed weapons, shields, and resources to survive until you’re the last person (or squad) standing. Battle Royale games are all the rage right now and new ones appear each week. Still, I’m confident Fortnite will remain the most popular choice for a long time.

This is a solid game with great shooting mechanics and a strong community and you really can play it for free and be successful.Fortnite also features detailed environments and good-looking, albeit cartoonish, graphics that really make you wonder how Fortnite can be free at all. The Mac version of the game is stable but it’s clearly not as well optimized as the Windows version. To play it, you’ll need a recent Mac.Our benchmark results (in FPS). Testing Conditions: We tested the game using Medium settings, 100% 3D Resolution, V-Sync Off and 1280×800 resolution:Can your Mac run it? Fortnite is quite demanding. Even our 2016 MacBook Pro couldn’t manage 30 FPS (the absolute minimum required for a fast-paced online shooter). The Mac performance of the game keeps improving with every new update, but performance is low.Any bugs you should be aware of? Not exactly a bug, but be aware that performance is terrible as soon as your character jumps from the bus. Be patient and wait a few minutes until performance improves and FPS stabilize.Verdict: Very DemandingSystem Requirements: OS 10.12.6 and a machine that supports Metal, 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 Processor, 4 GB RAM, Intel HD 4000 or better.

Overnight success stories of indie games that appear of nowhere and captivate are nothing new. But even if great indies are released every month, few are become as insanely popular as Cuphead, a run and gun action game from.Cuphead turned a few heads early on because of its unique looks. This game looks like it came out straight from one of those old school cartoons from the 1930s. Not only was it the first time someone tried it, Cuphead completely nailed it.

But this game is not only about looks. Cuphead also nailed its run and gun gameplay, featuring very precise controls that you’ll need as every level and boss are extremely challenging. Some have called it a “cute” Dark Souls and I can only agree.So dust off your controller of choice and prepare to have tons of fun endlessly dying and restarting over!Our benchmark results (in FPS). Filter by name100 Best Mac GamesFilter by genreFilter by demand levelFree games only?Total War: Warhammer 2Total War: Warhammer 2Total War: Warhammer 2 is both the latest and the best Total War experience available on macOS (and Windows-PC for that matter).Warhammer 2 stays true to the Total War formula and combines a turn-based campaign with real-time battles. And like every Total War game that came before it, the game's battles are huge, counting hundreds of units fighting at once. It can be hard to remain objective when selecting the best of anything.

But when it comes to video games, it’s nearly impossible Tastes are nearly as important as quality, hence the need to have some guidelines. Every game featured here will follow these simple principles:Only native support: You’d be surprised how many Top Games for macOS lists feature Windows-only games. Each and every one of the games mentioned here are officially supported on MacOS and do not require Bootcamp or Wine.Focus on MacOS performance: Many of the games featured here have been tested on several Macs as part of our dedicated guides. These are the specifications of the main test machines.

For the record, we test our games on Medium settings (to give older models a chance) and 1280×800 resolution.These are all the results of our tests in Frames per Second (FPS):And for reference, this is how we interpret the results: Below 20 FPSUnplayableLaggy gameplay, full of stutters and slowdowns.20-30 FPSBorderlineCan be Ok in slow paced games. Still, not optimal.30-45 FPSPlayableAcceptable for most (most gaming consoles do this).45-60 FPSSmoothFluid gameplay, with no perceivable stutters.60+ FPSVery SmoothFor hardcore and professional players, a luxury for most.We usually aim for 30 FPS, because 30 FPS is enough to guarantee a smooth and fluid experience.Critically acclaimed: We know that our opinions are not the only ones that matter. To keep this guide as relevant as possible, we only considered proven games with positive reviews from both professional reviewers and average gamers. After 14,000 words and many hours creating the biggest Macintosh games list out there, all I can ask you is to get your first Mac game and bookmark this page (you will need the inspiration later).Mac gaming can only grow if more gamers give it a shot. Perhaps you’re a casual gamer, or perhaps you are convinced your Mac is too old to play modern games. In any case, start with a few free games and see how it goes. I’m sure you won’t be disappointed.Do you think I missed a very good Mac game already available?

Let me know in the comments section.Disclaimer: Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission (this is how we pay the bills). This commission comes at no additional cost to you. I am very disappointed in Apple games for Mac. Almost all of the games are for males, and are dark and about fighting it to the end. There is nothing that is just relaxing and fun.I can’t find anything developed for females. Women and girls often like games that are easier to do, have some story line, not dark, and they “create” something. On Big Fish they have some games that are really good for that, especially Time Management.

Hidden Object games seem like they are made because they are quick and lazy – they are just too boring.I am really tired of Mac/Apple focusing on men. If it is a guy creating a game, get your girlfriend or wife involved and get feedback on what women like. I enjoy playing games every day. But Big Fish no longer can get games that are designed for a Mac.

I am very frustrated. I’ll probably have to buy a used Windows machine just for that, which seems pretty stupid since I paid so much for this Macbook Pro.Sometimes it’s nice to just sit and relax, have something challenging – and PLEASE no hidden object games – they are the most boring.Something with a story line, something that has a challenge, but not blow them up war games, or weapons shooting fire, I mean, really, are there no developers who might find it quicker and easier to make a game women might enjoy and still get the same money? I don’t think most of the developers even think about females.

They are usually guys and usually want to blow something up. It’s like they”re five-year-olds again.Maybe you can refer me to something that is for women who ARE over half the entire world population.I’m certainly above average in intelligence, but I still like a game that is challenging but not blow them up-type games.There are a lot of us who DO play games to RELAX, not to get all hyped up. I do have a daughter in her 30s, and she and her old boyfriend often played those blow-them-up games. Now, she is doing other things, but the guys seem to hang onto those games, even when they’re older.Me, I’m, obviously, older if my daughter is 30. I know lots of women who like a challenge, but who also hate those “hidden object” games. What is the challenge there?Big Fish (I have written to them numerous times to get the developers on board to make more Mac games) but Apple seems to want to push people (especially males) into their own games that are not often good.

Well, I’m sure guys who like to blow things up love them, but I and others just want something they can play, relax with but still challenged, and not have some blow-up guy’s game.Maybe you could do an article based on that: women’s games. I hate to divide it into genders, but there is a difference.Anyway, I can see why you chose what you did, but I also think there is a bias toward men.

Maybe you have a woman friend/wife/girlfriend who plays games and ask her to give feedback and also ask her friends. Most women I know are not into blow-them-up games. Mindjet mindmanager 11 keygen for mac. They usually want something that is challenging but not intense, like a bomb game.It’s just frustrating to see what Apple puts out. It is obviously male-oriented. We ARE over half the population, and we DO play games.

I feel like guys think women/females are too stupid or boring to play a game. BUT we DO like to play games, just not war games, or things that are intense. Remember, women are the ones who are relegated to do a LOT for the family AND are also often working a full-time job.I hate to mention gender differences because people want to be politically correct, but sometimes that’s just how it is. We are NOT the same.Please take this into consideration. I’m just tired of either games that they want you to “pay” for ongoing (which is absolutely criminal – to me), or 90% based on males, and women are funneled into a narrow tunnel of “cute” games without any challenge.It’s not you, obviously, it’s just that I get tired of hearing about male-oriented games. Women do a lot.

They need some down time, too, but because they often take on so many responsibilities, they like something that is not “easy” but relaxing.For me, I’ve often used these particular games as my relaxation backup:Cake Shop; Chocolatier; Jessica’s Cupcake Cafe; Tibet Quest; Atlantis: Pearls of the Deep; Queen’s Garden Sakura Season; Ancient Quest of Saqqarah, and others. I HATE hidden object games. They are so boring. I enjoy something with a story line, but also some challenges that are not bombing or people shooting at each other, or blood and gore.I realize most game makers are men. And they usually make what they like. But there’s another 50% of the population that likes to play games, too.I think the games you chose were more directed at men, and they are NOT relaxing. Yes, sometimes women want to take out their frustrations, but if you did a survey, I bet you’d find a more “gentler” approach to gaming than blow them up and kill them games.Obviously, that is just my opinion, but I do play a lot of games for relaxation.

After an intense day, I don’t want to stay in that tense state all night long.Well, I hope this feedback is given for many of the male game makers. Granted, most women are not developers, which I assume is part of the issue.For the guys, you chose some cool games. I just hate getting those messages from Apple that says you can’t play the game on a Mac, or to upgrade, or(they don’t say this, but it’s in there), buy games from the Apple Store. Only the Apple Store has dorky games for kids, or macho blow-em-up games for guys. It’s like we don’t exist.I do have a “famous” (won’t give his name) in the computer world who travels the world teaching computer scientists new things He’s been around for a long time. He builds his own computers, so he’s able to do what he wants. Me, I’m not a computer scientist.

And I’m a woman. I just want to get worries off my mind, but I also want something challenging, but not blowing things up, or those awful Hidden Object games that are just so boring.I don’t know you, so it’s nothing about you. I’m just very frustrated that I continue to get alerts from Apple about my games needing to be updatedbut there aren’t any good games for women! It’s a very male-oriented world.

So, I get more relaxing but still challenging games from other places and keep getting those alerts to beware that it is not compatible.I hope you will consider this feedback. I think you chose great graphics and things of that sort for what you put in the article.

I just see this kind of stuff all the time. Either women are relegated to blow their minds through a war-type game, or they are told nothing is compatible for the Mac.I hate Windows – they’re even worse. And Apple (hate to say it, but since Steve Jobs died it has gotten much worse.

I live in Silicon Valley, and Apple is going down (but I think Steve wanted it to fail – after all, it was his baby and he was tossed out of his own company, too). I just think Jobs purposely wanted Mac to fail. I may be wrong, but I think it’s possible.Sorry that this is long, but I really, really, really want some Mac games that are NOT games for kids, or dorky hidden object games. There ARE some smart women, too.

Butthe catch is, we take on a lot of responsibility outside of our jobs, plus with children, so a little relaxing but challenging downtime playing an enjoyable game is warranted.Thanks for listening to my rant. Why Tim Cook does what he does is beyond me. I wish Steve Jobs was back He had an attitude, but he also was a raging genius.I agree that you chose great games for male gamers. Maybe you’re not allowed to give out names of games for females. Or maybe most guys just don’t think women play games, or the games they play are too boring to write about. But there really is a theme of being a woman, working one or two jobs, having children, taking on most of the household responsibilities, and then wanting to relax with an interesting game – not too easy, but not blow-’em up, either.Thanks for plowing through this (if you got this far).Sincerely,Sharon.