Cyberpunk 2077 Arrives on Apple Silicon Macs in 2025, Boosting Gaming on macOS
October 30, 2024Cyberpunk 2077 is set to launch on Mac computers with Apple silicon in early 2025, making it available on both the App Store and Steam.
The expansion is praised for its engrossing narrative, impactful character choices, and cinematic missions, further enhancing the overall experience.
This version will utilize Apple's Metal graphics framework, enhancing performance and efficiency, and will feature advanced technologies such as path tracing, frame generation, and built-in Spatial Audio for an enriched gameplay experience.
The addition of Cyberpunk 2077 is significant given its troubled launch in December 2020, which was marred by performance issues, particularly on lower-end hardware.
Following extensive patches and a major overhaul, the game's reputation has improved among critics, with the Phantom Liberty expansion receiving an impressive 89% rating on OpenCritic.
Recent Apple Silicon models, particularly the M3 and M4, have shown improved gaming performance, allowing for the effective running of AAA titles like Resident Evil Village and Baldur's Gate 3.
The M4 Mac mini, with a base of 16GB of unified memory, is expected to enhance gaming performance compared to previous models.
Despite Apple's push for gaming, Mac users often face delays in receiving AAA titles, as evidenced by the over four-year wait for Cyberpunk 2077.
The success of Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac could encourage more developers to prioritize compatibility with macOS, especially as Apple actively seeks to expand its gaming catalog.
While CD Projekt Red has not disclosed specific performance metrics for the Mac version, running the game at 60 frames per second with ray tracing on older models like the M1 is unlikely.
Further details regarding the release will be shared as they become available, with players encouraged to follow updates on the official Cyberpunk website and social media.
Michał Nowakowski, Joint CEO of CD Projekt Red, expressed excitement about bringing the game to Mac, highlighting the performance and visual improvements enabled by Apple technology.
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The Verge • Oct 30, 2024
Cyberpunk 2077 will launch on Mac next yearArs Technica • Oct 30, 2024
Apple silicon Macs will get their ultimate gaming test with Cyberpunk 2077 releaseTechRadar • Oct 31, 2024
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