Is Limbo available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. Limbo runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and later).
Limbo Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Native |
| Metacritic score | 88 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~4 hours (main story) |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Publisher | Playdead |
| Last verified | Aug 9, 2026 |
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What does this mean?
Native means there's an official macOS version built to run directly on Apple Silicon, with no extra software needed. Compatibility is verified against Steam and community sources. Learn how Mac game compatibility works →
Will Limbo run on your Mac?
Yes, it runs natively
Built for Apple Silicon, nothing extra to install.
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Minimum Mac requirements for Limbo
Mavericks 10.9 or later required. Supported models: iMac (Mid 2007 or later) MacBook (Aluminum, Late 2008 or later) MacBook Air (Late 2008 or later) MacBook Pro (Mid 2007 or later) Mac Mini (Early 2009 or later) Mac Pro (Early 2008 or later)
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, Limbo should run.
How to play Limbo on Mac
Good news: Limbo has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
- Get the game. Limbo is sold on Steam. Buy and download it there. Some Apple Silicon ports are also on the Mac App Store.
- Install and launch. It's built for Apple Silicon, so it runs directly on M1 and later Macs at full native speed, with no translation layer, no Windows, and no workarounds.
- Play. Open it from your Applications folder or Steam library and you're in.
Common questions about Limbo on Mac
Is Limbo available on Mac?
Yes. Limbo runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and later).
How do I play Limbo on Mac?
Good news: Limbo has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
How long does Limbo take to beat?
Limbo takes about 4 hours to beat (main story).
What is Limbo's Metacritic score?
Limbo has a Metacritic score of 88.
