Schedule 1: How to Play on Mac
Image Credit: TVGS, Schedule I
Note: This guide covers content from Schedule 1, a satirical video game set in a fictional world. All items, recipes, and references are entirely made up and exist only in the game. Please don’t try any of this in real life.
Schedule 1 is officially Windows-only, which means there’s no native Mac version and you won’t be able to install it from Steam directly. But don’t panic just yet my friend—there are a few workarounds if you’re determined enough (and your Mac has the muscle for it).
Read More: Schedule 1 Tips and Tricks
Can You Play Schedule 1 on Mac?
Technically: No.
Officially, Schedule 1 only supports Windows 10 (64-bit). The Steam version will show up on macOS, but the “Install” button will be greyed out like it's judging your life choices.
How to Actually Play It Anyway
To run Schedule 1 on a Mac, you’ll need a virtualization tool—basically a program that tricks your Mac into thinking it’s a Windows machine. Here are your options:
1. Whisky (Free, but Finicky)
Based on Wine.
Works for some players, but others report black screens, crashes, or being stuck at the family creation screen.
Best for tinkerers who like troubleshooting things that break for no reason.
2. Crossover (Paid, with a Free Trial)
Easier setup and cleaner interface than Whisky.
Can launch the game, but some users report huge frame drops and performance issues.
Works best on newer Macs with 16GB+ RAM.
3. Parallels Desktop (Premium Option)
Creates a full Windows virtual machine on your Mac.
Most reliable, but uses more resources.
If your Mac isn’t beefy, expect slowdowns.
What You’ll Need
At least 16GB RAM (this is non-negotiable if you want any chance of smooth gameplay)
A recent Mac model with decent CPU/GPU performance
A willingness to deal with occasional bugs, lag, or a full crash right before a big sale
And If That Doesn’t Work...
There’s not much else you can do. Schedule 1 doesn’t support Macs natively, and unless the devs drop an official macOS version (not looking likely anytime soon), your only real option is to try a cloud gaming service—or play it on a proper Windows PC.
Final Blurb
Schedule 1 on Mac is possible, but it’s more of a side quest than a click-and-play situation. If you’re using Whisky or Crossover, be ready to tinker. And if nothing works? Well, at least you tried—like a true digital hustler.
