To run Windows games on Mac
CrossOver 24 was released yesterday by CodeWeavers and brings substantial improvements as well as greater compatibility for even more games on macOS. This release, based on Wine 9.0, is ideal for users who want to run Windows software on Macs.
Support for 32-bit on
64-bit macOS
One of the most notable improvements is the increased support for running 32-bit applications on current versions of macOS, which are exclusively 64-bit. Since Apple dropped support for 32-bit software in macOS Catalina, older software could no longer run on newer Macs, and this now becomes possible again with CrossOver 24.
RUNNING GAMES AND APPLICATIONS
CrossOver now runs more games than ever, with highlights including:
- Planet Zoo: Works again after the game’s latest update.
- Warframe: Standalone launcher now operational.
- The Binding of Isaac Rebirth: No longer crashes.
- Mafia Definitive Edition: Runs on macOS.
- Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition: Multiplayer restored.
- Horizon Zero Dawn and Anno 1800: Run well right after installation.
On the CodeWeavers website there is a database where you can check which applications and games CrossOver can run, so you can make an informed decision, including a 14-day trial before buying the app for $74.
Conveniences and
fixes
Other updates include fixes for running Windows applications such as Office 365 and an easier way to run executable files by simply dragging and dropping them onto CrossOver. In addition, CrossOver 23 already supported the DirectX 12 API, which improves graphics performance. I hope this article is useful for those interested in running Windows applications and games on macOS.
