Can You Run R.E.P.O. on a MacBook?
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Can a MacBook Run the Game R.E.P.O.?
If you’re a Mac user wondering if you can play R.E.P.O., the short answer is: yes, but not natively. The game doesn’t have an official Mac version, meaning you can’t just download it and play like you would on a Windows PC. However, that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck.
Thanks to software like CrossOver and Whisky, you can still get R.E.P.O. running on your Mac without installing Windows. These programs act as translation layers, letting Windows games work on macOS. While performance may vary depending on your setup, many players have reported success with these methods.
Here’s a simple guide on how to get R.E.P.O. working on your MacBook.
1. Using CrossOver
CrossOver lets you run Windows apps on macOS without installing Windows. Here's how:
Download & Install CrossOver from CodeWeavers
Open CrossOver and click Install
Search for Steam and install the Windows version
Click on Steam in CrossOver’s left pane
Expand Advanced Settings in the right pane and enable D3DMetal (for better graphics)
Launch Steam, log in, and download R.E.P.O.
Play!
✅ Pros: Simple, no need for a full Windows install
❌ Cons: Paid software (free trial available)
2. Using Whisky (Alternative)
Whisky is a free tool that runs Windows games using Apple's Game Porting Toolkit. Steps:
Download Whisky from GitHub
Set up a new bottle (Windows environment)
Install Steam inside Whisky
Download R.E.P.O. and try running it
✅ Pros: Free
❌ Cons: Can be tricky to set up, might have performance issues
Final Verdict
For easiest setup? Use CrossOver
For a free option? Try Whisky
Want full Windows support? Install Boot Camp (Intel Macs only) or use Parallels (for M1/M2 Macs)
So yes, you can run R.E.P.O. on a MacBook—just not natively.
