Is Elden Ring available on Mac?
Yes, with a compatibility layer. Elden Ring can be played on Mac using CrossOver, a Wine-based compatibility layer.
Elden Ring Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, with a compatibility layer |
|---|---|
| How it runs | CrossOver |
| CrossOver rating | ProtonDB Gold |
| Anti-cheat | Easy Anti-Cheat, multiplayer only |
| Metacritic score | 94 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~58 hours (main story) |
| Genre | Role-playing |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Last verified | Sep 12, 2026 |
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What does this mean?
CrossOver means there's no Mac build, but the Windows version runs through CrossOver (a paid, supported Wine layer), rated Gold on ProtonDB, which tracks how well Windows games run on the same Wine technology. GameToMac is a free app that sets up a short list of Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs. What we show for it is the app's own claim, which we have not tested yet. Compatibility is verified against Steam and community sources. Learn how Mac game compatibility works →
Will Elden Ring run on your Mac?
Yes, via CrossOver
No native build, but the Windows version runs through CrossOver.
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How to play Elden Ring on Mac
Elden Ring has no Mac build, but the Windows version runs on Mac through CrossOver, a compatibility layer built on Wine (the same technology behind Steam's Proton). ProtonDB rates it Gold, so it runs well after minor, often automatic tweaks.
- Install CrossOver (or Whisky). Get CrossOver from CodeWeavers. It's paid but has a free trial. Prefer free? Whisky is an open-source alternative built on the same technology.
- Install the game in a "bottle". Open CrossOver, search for Elden Ring, and let it create a bottle (a self-contained Windows environment), then install the game from Steam, GOG, or Epic inside it.
- Apply any tweaks. CrossOver usually applies the right settings for you. If something's off, ProtonDB's community reports for Elden Ring list the exact fixes other players used.
- Play. It runs right on top of macOS, with no full Windows install and no rebooting. One specific caveat for this game: its multiplayer uses Easy Anti-Cheat, which has no macOS support, so expect single-player to work and online modes to be blocked.
Watch Elden Ring running on a Mac
From CodeWeavers, the company that makes CrossOver. Vendor videos show the setup at the time they were made, so check the date against the version you install.
Another way to play: GameToMac
GameToMac, a free app that launched in September 2026, says it runs the Windows Steam version of Elden Ring on Apple Silicon Macs with macOS 26 or later: offline single-player only; online play is unavailable. You need your own copy; GameToMac sets up the rest and launches the game from its own library. We have not confirmed that ourselves yet.
Compared with the CrossOver route above, it is free and does the setup for you, but it only covers 20 games, needs a recent macOS, and is a brand-new app from an independent developer. What GameToMac is and how it compares.
GameToMac's own guide for Elden Ring · claim checked Oct 1, 2026
Common questions about Elden Ring on Mac
Is Elden Ring available on Mac?
Yes. Elden Ring can be played on Mac using CrossOver, a Wine-based compatibility layer.
How do I play Elden Ring on Mac?
Elden Ring has no Mac build, but the Windows version runs on Mac through CrossOver, a compatibility layer built on Wine (the same technology behind Steam's Proton). ProtonDB rates it Gold, so it runs well after minor, often automatic tweaks.
Can I play Elden Ring on Mac with GameToMac?
GameToMac, a free app that launched in September 2026, says it runs the Windows Steam version of Elden Ring on Apple Silicon Macs with macOS 26 or later: offline single-player only; online play is unavailable. You need your own copy. We have not confirmed that ourselves yet.
How long does Elden Ring take to beat?
Elden Ring takes about 58 hours to beat (main story).
What is Elden Ring's Metacritic score?
Elden Ring has a Metacritic score of 94.
