Is Valheim available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. Valheim runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) Macs.
Valheim Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Native |
| Steam reviews | 94% positive (539,082 reviews) |
| Time to beat | ~25 hours (average playthrough) |
| Genre | Role-playing |
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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 Valheim run on your Mac?
Yes, it runs natively
Built for Apple Silicon, nothing extra to install.
See everything your Mac can run →Minimum Mac requirements for Valheim
| OS | MacOS 11 or later |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.6 GHz Quad Core or similar |
| Memory | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Radeon Pro 450 or R9 M290X |
| Storage | 3 GB available space |
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, Valheim should run.
How to play Valheim on Mac
Good news: Valheim has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
- Get the game. Valheim 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/M2/M3/M4 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 Valheim on Mac
Is Valheim available on Mac?
Yes. Valheim runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) Macs.
How do I play Valheim on Mac?
Good news: Valheim has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
How long does Valheim take to beat?
Valheim takes about 25 hours to beat (average playthrough).
What are the minimum Mac requirements for Valheim?
Valheim lists a minimum of macOS 11 or later, 2.6 GHz Quad Core or similar, 8 GB RAM on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.
