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Best games for the Apple M1 Max Mac
We predict 2375 PC games in our library should run well on the M1 Max at 32 GB RAM, including 103 with real performance reports from this chip. For each one we explain the best way to play it on this machine, whether that is a native Apple Silicon build, a Windows compatibility layer like CrossOver, or cloud streaming. On the M1 Max, 88% run best through a Windows compatibility layer like CrossOver, with 12% available as native Apple Silicon builds.
Showing 2375 of 2375 games predicted to run well on the M1 Max at 32 GB RAM. 103 are based on real reports from this chip; the rest are estimated.
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Ranked by real performance on the M1 Max
GreatRed Dead Redemption 2
Action / Adventure · 2018
Should run on M1 Max: Whisky · Great
Also good: CrossOver · Good
ExcellentHalf-Life 2
Shooter · 2004
Best on M1 Max: Native · Excellent · ~120 fps
Also good: Parallels · Great (estimated from M2-PRO performance)
ExcellentBaldur's Gate 3
RPG · 2023
Best on M1 Max: Native · Great · ~60 fps
Also good: CrossOver · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
GreatThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
RPG · 2015
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great (estimated from M5-PRO performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
GoodGrand Theft Auto V Enhanced
Action / Adventure / Racing · 2025
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Good
ExcellentElden Ring
Action / RPG · 2022
Best on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great · ~70 fps
Also good: Parallels · Good
GoodGrand Theft Auto V Legacy
Action / Adventure · 2015
Best on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great · ~60 fps
Also good: Parallels · Great (estimated from M2 performance)
GoodCyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition
RPG · 2020
Best on M1 Max: CrossOver · Good · ~35 fps
Also good: Whisky · Good
ExcellentPersona 5 Royal
RPG · 2022
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
GreatGTA: San Andreas
· 2004
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
Great007 First Light
· 2026
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Whisky · Great
ExcellentSkyrim Special Edition
RPG · 2016
Best on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great · ~60 fps
Also good: Game Porting Toolkit · Great
ExcellentHalf-Life
Shooter · 1998
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M4 performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatSekiro: Shadows Die Twice
Action / Adventure · 2019
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatNeed for Speed: Underground 2
Racing · 2004
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatEA SPORTS FC 26
· 2025
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatDiablo IV
Action · 2023
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Great
ExcellentKingdom Come: Deliverance II
RPG · 2025
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M5 performance)
GreatResident Evil 4 Remake
Horror · 2023
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great
Also good: CrossOver · Great
ExcellentCounter-Strike 2
Action / Free To Play · 2023
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M5-PRO performance)
Also good: Game Porting Toolkit · Great
GreatFortnite
· 2017
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Great
ExcellentPortal 2
Puzzle · 2011
Should run on M1 Max: Whisky · Excellent
Also good: Parallels · Great (estimated from M2-PRO performance)
ExcellentHogwarts Legacy
RPG · 2023
Best on M1 Max: CrossOver · Good · ~37 fps
Also good: Game Porting Toolkit · Good
GreatPath of Exile 2
Action · 2024
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatGod of War
Action · 2022
Should run on M1 Max: Game Porting Toolkit · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatDetroit: Become Human
Adventure · 2020
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Whisky · Great
GoodFinal Fantasy VII Rebirth
RPG · 2025
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Good (estimated from M5 performance)
Also good: Game Porting Toolkit · Good
PlayableNeed for Speed: Most Wanted
Racing · 2012
Best on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great · ~43 fps
GreatWorld of Warcraft
MMO · 2004
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great
GreatResident Evil 2 Remake
Horror · 2019
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
ExcellentProject Zomboid
Survival · 2013
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M3 performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatHalo: The Master Chief Collection
· 2026
Should run on M1 Max: Game Porting Toolkit · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
ExcellentDishonored
· 2012
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M1 performance)
Also good: Parallels · Excellent (estimated from M3 performance)
ExcellentDeath Stranding Director's Cut
Action · 2022
Best on M1 Max: Native · Great · ~60 fps
GreatGTA: Vice City
· 2002
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatBioShock
Shooter · 2007
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatPalworld
Survival · 2024
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great (estimated from M2-PRO performance)
GreatDeath Stranding 2
Action · 2025
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great
GreatGrand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition
Action · 2020
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
ExcellentThe Sims 4
Adventure / Casual / Simulation / Free To Play · 2014
Best on M1 Max: Native · Excellent
Also good: CrossOver · Great
GreatGuild Wars 2
MMO · 2012
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
Call of Duty®
· 2022
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
ExcellentHades II
Roguelike · 2025
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent
Also good: Parallels · Excellent
ExcellentHollow Knight
Action / Adventure / Indie · 2017
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Excellent
Also good: Native · Great
GreatMarvel's Spider-Man 2
Action · 2025
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great
Also good: Game Porting Toolkit · Great
ExcellentSatisfactory
Simulation · 2024
Best on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great · ~60 fps
Also good: Parallels · Good
GoodeFootball™
Simulation / Sports / Free To Play · 2021
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Good
GreatClair Obscur: Expedition 33
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
ExcellentDeadlock
Shooter · 2024
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
GreatMinecraft Java Edition
Sandbox · 2011
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great
Also good: CrossOver · Great
GreatStardew Valley
Simulation · 2016
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Great
ExcellentFallout 4
RPG · 2015
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M4 performance)
GreatRed Dead Redemption
Action · 2024
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
ExcellentFinal Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
RPG · 2022
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
ExcellentMetro 2033 Redux
Shooter · 2014
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M4 performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
GreatAtomic Heart
Should run on M1 Max: Parallels · Great
ExcellentThe Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
Roguelike · 2014
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M2-MAX performance)
Also good: Parallels · Excellent
GreatCivilization VII
Strategy · 2025
Should run on M1 Max: Native · Great (estimated from M4-PRO performance)
Also good: CrossOver · Great
ExcellentPhasmophobia
Horror · 2020
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Excellent (estimated from M4 performance)
Also good: Parallels · Great
GoodMicrosoft Flight Simulator 2024
Simulation · 2024
Should run on M1 Max: CrossOver · Good (RAM is tight — close other apps for a stable experience)
Also good: Parallels · Good (RAM is tight — close other apps for a stable experience)
By the best way to play on the M1 Max
Native on the M1 Max
These ship a native Apple Silicon build, so they run directly on macOS with Metal acceleration. The smoothest path when it is available.
Best via CrossOver or Game Porting Toolkit
No native build, but the Windows version runs well via a compatibility layer on Apple Silicon. CrossOver is the simplest paid option, with a 14 day free trial.
Common questions about the M1 Max
How many PC games run well on the Apple M1 Max?
We predict 2375 PC games in our library run well on the M1 Max at 32 GB RAM, of which 103 are backed by real performance reports from this chip. 282 are best played natively, 2093 run best through a compatibility layer like CrossOver or Game Porting Toolkit, and 0 are best played via cloud streaming.
What is a good native game to try first on the M1 Max?
Half-Life 2 is among the highest-rated native titles for this chip, with verified positive performance reports.
Does CrossOver work well on the M1 Max?
Yes. Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of many Windows titles that runs well on the M1 Max via CrossOver or Game Porting Toolkit, using Apple's translation layer on top of Metal.