How to play Garry's Mod on Mac

How to play Garry's Mod on your Mac

1. 01

   Install it from Steam

   Open Steam on your Mac and install Garry's Mod as normal. Steam serves the macOS build automatically. No compatibility layer, and nothing else to set up.

2. 02

   If the native build does not run

   Some older Mac ports were never updated past 32-bit and stopped working at macOS Catalina. If that turns out to be the case here — or you need the Windows build for Windows-only mods — Pixel Port runs the Windows version, graded playable on Apple Silicon.

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Common questions

Does Garry's Mod run on Mac?

Steam lists a native Mac version of Garry's Mod, included with your Steam purchase. Install that first — it needs no compatibility layer at all. Pixel Port is only worth it here if that build no longer runs, or you need the Windows version for mods. If you specifically want the Windows build — for Windows-only mods, say — Pixel Port runs it, graded playable on Apple Silicon.

Is there a native Mac version of Garry's Mod?

Steam lists a native Mac version of Garry's Mod, included with your Steam purchase. Install that first — it needs no compatibility layer at all. Pixel Port is only worth it here if that build no longer runs, or you need the Windows version for mods.

Do I need to own Garry's Mod on Steam?

Yes. Pixel Port does not sell, host, or distribute games. Garry's Mod downloads through Steam, to your own Steam account, exactly as it would on a PC — you need to own it there first. Pixel Port is the compatibility layer that runs the Windows build Steam delivers.

Do I need Windows, Boot Camp, or a VM to play Garry's Mod on Mac?

No. Garry's Mod has a native Mac version, so nothing needs translating at all — install it from Steam and play.

Which Macs can run Garry's Mod?

Any Apple Silicon Mac — M1 through M4, MacBook Air to Mac Studio — on macOS 14 or later.