Top 8 NEW Mac Games from WWDC25
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- 0:13The port will be powered by Metal 4, enabling realistic visuals with new graphics tech. Release is expected later this year, making it available on multiple stores.
- “This port will be one of the first games powered by Metal 4 on Mac, enabling highly realistic visual effects.”0:13
- 0:27Metal 4 allows developers to run interface networks directly in shaders for advanced lighting, materials, and geometry, enhancing visual realism in Mac games.
- “Metal 4 developers can now run interface networks directly in shaders for better lighting and materials.”0:27
- 1:14Alongside Cyberpunk, other major titles like Crimson Desert and Inzo will release on Mac, utilizing advanced engines and Metal 4 tech for high-quality experiences.
- 1:25An open-world action game with a proprietary engine, featuring beautiful landscapes and reactive environments, releasing simultaneously on Mac, PC, and consoles in late 2025.
- “Crimson Desert looks to be capable of gorgeous and reactive environments, similar to modern Zelda games.”1:25
- 2:13A realistic city-based life sim with extensive customization, powered by Unreal Engine 5 and Apple Silicon, emphasizing AI-driven storytelling and community sharing, releasing later this year.
- “Inzo uses Unreal Engine 5 and Apple Silicon to deliver vivid characters and AI-driven storytelling.”2:13
- 2:57Hitman: World of Assassination will be available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad through universal purchase, expanding its reach across Apple platforms.
- 2:57Hitman: World of Assassination will be available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad as a universal purchase later this year, expanding the series to mobile and desktop platforms.
- 3:09Previous versions like Hitman 1 were ported to Mac but lost licensing rights. The current process for these ports, whether in-house or outsourced, remains unclear.
- 3:33The mobile versions of these games will be priced accordingly, considering ongoing DLCs and expansions, and their relatively low hardware demands make them suitable for mobile.
- “Even though these games are fairly old now, it's exciting that they are coming to Mac and mobile. They run pretty well on crossover, so a mobile port makes sense.”3:45
- 4:07Kronos: The New Dawn, a survival horror game using Unreal Engine 5, is expected to be ported to Mac, although the current engine performance on Mac is reportedly poor.
- “I hope by the time it releases, Apple and Epic have improved Unreal Engine 5, because right now, it’s quite bad on all platforms, especially on Mac.”4:53
- 5:18Sniper Elite 5 is scheduled for release on Mac, iPhone, and iPad in Q1 2026, promising enhanced sniping gameplay, and possibly improved graphics with Metal effects.
- “People might think, 'Why are you excited for an old game like Sniper Elite 4?' But I care, I'm looking forward to trying it on my Apple devices.”5:56
- 6:30The release of Dead Island 2 on Mac was delayed, and uncertainty remains about its availability, with the developer lacking transparency about its status.
- “Some transparency about Dead Island 2’s release on Mac would be appreciated. I really want to play it, but there’s little info on the port.”7:14
- 7:26Robocop Rogue City's standalone adventure releases on July 18, 2025, with a Mac version expected soon after, though performance issues with Unreal Engine 5 may persist.
- 7:52Previous Mac releases of Unreal Engine 5 games faced performance problems, and while there have been improvements, new ports may encounter similar issues.
- 8:05Both the original game and the new standalone adventure will eventually be available on Steam, in addition to the App Store, offering broader access.
- 8:15Notable upcoming titles include Cat Quest 3, a universal purchase across Mac, iPhone, and iPad with a free demo coming August 8, 2025.
- 8:41Games like Escape from Duck, Harold Halibet, Ocean Blueprints, and Evershifting Rooms showcase diverse genres, from looter shooters to narrative adventures.
- 9:13Despite personal disinterest in gacha games, the presenter acknowledges their popularity and the desire among some users for these to come to Mac, though other high-profile titles are prioritized.
- “Absolutely not, I would have loved to see some much bigger games announced like Resident Evil, Death Stranding 2, or The Witcher 3.”10:31
- “Why didn't Apple mention the upcoming Subnautica mobile port? It’s a huge release and more impactful than all those gacha games.”10:42
- “Mac gaming may never be mainstream, but I’ve decided just to enjoy when developers bring games to the platform.”11:16
- 0:00Cyberpunk 2077 will be one of the first games to utilize Metal 4 technology on Mac, with a release expected later in 2025 on Mac App Store, GOG, Steam, and Epic Games Store.
- “I was really hoping we would see a release date for Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac during this keynote, but nope.”0:00
- 0:13Metal 4 enables developers to run complex interface networks in shaders for realistic lighting, materials, and geometry, with features like frame interpolation and denoising, improving game visuals.
- “The game will use the new Metal Effects frame interpolation and denoising, enhancing visual effects for a highly realistic experience.”0:39
- 1:14Crimson Desert, an open-world AAA game using a proprietary engine, is expected to release on Mac simultaneously with PC and consoles later in 2025.
- “Crimson Desert is a blockbuster AAA release, capable of gorgeous, reactive environments, running on a proprietary engine.”1:25
- 1:37The game promises gorgeous, reactive environments inspired by modern Zelda games, utilizing Metal 4 and new graphics tech for high-quality visuals.
- 2:13Inzo is a city-based life simulation game powered by Unreal Engine 5, featuring AI-driven storytelling, customization, and community sharing, coming to Mac later in 2025.
- 2:25The game uses Apple Silicon, Metal Effects, and Neural Engine for realistic lighting and AI performance; pre-order is available on the App Store.
- “Apple silicon and Metal Effects make characters feel vivid and real, with exceptional AI performance from the Neural Engine.”2:25
- 2:46Hitman: World of Assassination will be available as a universal purchase for Mac, iPhone, and iPad later in 2025, expanding its platform reach.
- 2:57Hitman: World of Assassination will be available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad as a universal purchase, making modern Hitman games accessible on Apple platforms later this year.
- “App Store hitman: World of Assassination is coming to Mac, iPhone, and iPad as a universal purchase later this year.”2:57
- 3:09Interactive ported Hitman 1 to Mac but lost the license, raising questions about how future ports are being handled and whether in-house or third-party development is used.
- 3:33The mobile version of World of Assassination will be priced appropriately, considering the complex DLC and expansion structure, with the games running well on mobile devices.
- “The games now on Mac and also mobile, I’m curious if the Apple port is being done in house or by a porting house.”3:33
- 3:56Bringing these relatively old but demanding games to Mac and mobile is exciting, especially since they perform well through crossover, hinting at the broader viability of mobile ports.
- “These games are not that demanding and run well on crossover, so a mobile port makes sense, and they will shine on Mac.”3:56
- 4:17The developer Bloober is bringing Kronos: The New Dawn, a third-person survival horror using Unreal Engine 5, to Mac, raising hopes for improved engine support and quality.
- “Kronos: The New Dawn is a third-person survival horror using Unreal Engine 5, coming to Mac.”4:17
- 4:28The game looks visually impressive, and there’s hope that Apple and Epic will improve Unreal Engine performance on Mac before release, as current performance is subpar.
- “Hopefully, Epic and Apple improve Unreal Engine support on Mac before release; current performance is bad.”4:28
- 5:18Sniper Elite 4 and 5 are coming to Mac, iPhone, and iPad, with Sniper Elite 5 releasing in Q1 2026, exciting fans despite the games being older.
- “Sniper Elite 5 will be released on Apple devices in Q1 2026, exciting fans of the series despite being older.”5:18
- 6:05The speaker hopes Rebellion will improve Metal effects and spatial upscaling in the new ports to enhance visual quality, especially on mobile.
- “I hope Rebellion improves Metal effects and spatial upscaling in the ports, especially on mobile.”6:05
- 6:42Dead Island 2 was showcased at WWDC 2025 but has been delayed; the developer seeks transparency about the Mac port's status and release timeline.
- “Dead Island 2 was showcased at WWDC 2025 but delayed; transparency about the Mac port’s status would be appreciated.”6:42
- 7:26Robocop Rogue City is releasing on July 18, 2025, with a Mac version expected shortly after, adding to the growing lineup of Apple-compatible gaming titles.
- 7:26Robocop Rogue City is releasing as a standalone adventure on July 18, 2025, with a Mac version expected soon after.
- 7:39Previous Mac ports using Unreal Engine 5 suffered performance problems; improvements since launch are noted, but doubts remain about new releases.
- 8:05Both original and new versions will eventually come to Steam, and the new game will also be available on the App Store, though performance concerns persist.
- 8:15Notable upcoming titles include Cat Quest 3, featuring universal purchase and a free demo, launching on August 8, 2025.
- 8:41Other upcoming games include Escape from Duck, Harold Halibet, Ocean Blueprints, and space MMO Ef Frontier, showcasing genre variety.
- 9:38The speaker dislikes gacha games but acknowledges their popularity; expresses focus on more substantial titles over gacha offerings on Mac.
- 9:58While there are quality games, the speaker doubts Mac will become mainstream in gaming due to limited big titles and impact.
- “Absolutely not, I would have loved to see some much bigger games announced like Resident Evil, The Witcher, or Borderlands. There are so many titles that could really make a difference.”10:31
- “This is Mac gaming for you. I don't think it will ever be mainstream after covering it for over 10 years. I decided just to enjoy when developers bring games to the platform.”11:04