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PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) is currently one of the most popular games, and its popularity is constantly increasing. Despite the undisputed popularity among gamers, the game does not officially support Mac. But, that shouldn’t be a roadblock- there are still ways to play PUBG on your Mac, and here we present you the ultimate guide on how to do so.
GeForce NOW for Mac (beta)
If you are looking for the best and easiest way to enjoy PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, then you should use Nvidia’s cloud-based service, GeForce NOW for Mac. This beta streaming service enables Mac users to play any game on their Steam or Battle.net libraries, including PUBG, without their device’s limitations.
You may be wondering how to get started. It is simple. Nvidia handles all the processing remotely on server sites spread across Europe and the US. All you need to do is select the game you want to play, and Nvidia will run it on their incredibly powerful servers (equivalent to GTX 1080 gameplay) before sending it to your Mac at high speed. This way, your computer hardware and compatibility don’t matter as much.
PUBG fans in London playing the game’s GeForce NOW version called it “responsive,” and they noted that there were no visible lags or delays. Additionally, every game on GeForce NOW for Mac is optimized for streaming, ensuring you get the highest quality experience without tweaking graphic settings yourself. Nvidia stores a cached version of each Steam and Battle.net game, so there is no waiting time for the game to download, and you can begin playing almost instantly.
The best part is that the GeForce NOW for Mac is free during the beta testing period, rumored to be extended till early 2021. You can download it now, although you need to be on a waiting list to test it at your home.
Boot Camp
If your internet connection is not good enough or you don’t have access to the GeForce NOW beta, you can opt for an alternative solution – Boot Camp. This option requires partitioning your hard drive and installing windows 10 on a separate drive, which enables you to play PUBG on your Mac.
It’s best to partition enough space for the game plus the OS. One reason this option isn’t the go-to for gamers is that Steam does not offer a native Mac version of PUBG, so you would have to install it again. The space allocation is also a critical consideration. Playing PUBG on Boot Camp will require at least 30 GB of space, so allocate enough space for the Windows operating system as well. After partitioning the disk, read our guide on partitioning a Mac’s hard drive or SSD for more information.
For information on how to set up Boot Camp and install Windows, our comprehensive guide on how to run Windows 10 on a Mac with Boot Camp provides a detailed step-by-step process. If you want to explore other ways to play PC games on a Mac, check out our guide for the best options.
Conclusion
Playing PUBG on a Mac is a bit complicated, but not impossible. You have two options – use the GeForce NOW for Mac streaming service, which offers a gaming experience free of hardware limitations, or use Boot Camp and run Windows 10 on your Mac, then play PUBG. Regardless of your choice, you can enjoy playing PUBG on your Mac, thanks to the two methods we have laid out for you.
FAQs
Is PUBG available on Mac?
No, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds is not officially supported on Mac. But you can still play PUBG on your Mac using a streaming service like Nvidia’s GeForce NOW or via Boot Camp.
How do I partition my Mac’s hard drive for Boot Camp?
You can partition your Mac’s hard drive for Boot Camp by launching “Disk Utility,” then selecting the hard drive and clicking the “Partition” button. From there, follow the instructions to partition your disk and install the Windows operating system.