How To Play Genshin Impact on Mac

Daniel Royte
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While the Epic Games launcher, for instance, supports Genshin Impact, the game itself cannot be downloaded via the service when running on Apple computers.
Genshin Impact can be played on Mac operating systems. The well-known open-world RPG from developer HoYoverse is presently accessible on Windows, Android, and iOS platforms.
Players on the M1 and M2 Macs can download the game normally since iOS apps and games run natively on the OS of those devices. Alternatively, these are the best ways to play Genshin Impact on Mac

Although not through traditional or simple methods made available through official sources, Genshin Impact can be played on Mac operating systems. The well-known open-world RPG from developer HoYoverse is presently accessible on Windows (direct download or through the Epic Games Store), Android, and iOS platforms. Although the game is accessible on Apple's mobile devices, users cannot just download it on Mac.

However, there is a very simple technique to get around this restriction. The good news is that since it's also an official way and doesn't need hacking or especially difficult software tweaks, players don't need to worry. Genshin Impact is accessible to a wider variety of players on Mac thanks to a straightforward software installation.

The best ways to play Genshin Impact on Mac

Players on the M1 and M2 Macs can download the game normally since iOS apps and games run natively on the OS of those devices. Alternatively, these are the best ways to play Genshin Impact on Mac:

  • By using the GeForce Now Cloud gaming platform (works on both Intel and Apple Silicon M1/M2 Macs) and also offers a limited free version to play Genshin Impact for free on a Mac.

  • By using the Boosteroid Cloud gaming platform (which works on both Intel and Apple Silicon M1/M2 Macs) although there is no free trial version to test it first.

  • By using Boot Camp to install Windows on a Mac which is free on Intel Macs (Intel Macs only though as Boot Camp does not work on Apple Silicon M1/M2 Macs).

Play Genshin Impact On Mac With GeForce NOW

While the Epic Games launcher, for instance, supports Genshin Impact, the game itself cannot be downloaded via the service when running on Apple computers. Alternatively, Genshin Impact can be downloaded and played on a Mac using Nvidia's GeForce NOW online gaming service. 

If their devices meet the requirements, gamers must first download Nvidia's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service in order to play Genshin Impact on Mac.

After downloading GeForce NOW, follow these steps:

  • Log in to GeForce NOW with an Nvidia account.

  • Choose a membership plan.

  • Add Genshin Impact to the library.

  • Play Genshin Impact on Mac via Nvidia’s streaming service.

GeForce NOW requires a membership to function, but there is a free-to-play (F2P) option. The main drawback is that GeForce NOW subscribers who pay a subscription have priority over F2P Genshin Impact players who may need to wait in a queue before playing the game.

Genshin Impact may presently be played on Mac without any software changes or shady sources using this method, despite the fact that it is not as good as a direct download.


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Daniel is an under-grad and has grown up with esports titles like Dota 2 cultivating a passion for esports. His current beats include in-depth coverage of Dota 2 and Mobile Legends.