Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is Coming to Macs with Apple Silicon
CD PROJEKT RED has unveiled exciting news for Mac gamers: Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is on its way to Apple silicon-powered Macs, marking the game’s debut on the Mac platform. This release includes both the base game and the recently released Phantom Liberty expansion, promising a complete Night City experience that’s optimized to take full advantage of Apple silicon. The announcement heralds a new chapter for Mac gaming, bringing one of the most ambitious RPGs ever made to Apple’s lineup, from the iMac and Mac mini to the latest MacBook Pro with M-series chips.
Here’s what this launch means for Mac gamers and what they can expect from Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition.
Cyberpunk 2077, Now Optimized for Apple Silicon
With Apple’s powerful M-series chips, CD PROJEKT RED is unlocking the potential of Cyberpunk 2077 to run natively and smoothly on Apple silicon. Gone are the days of relying on complex workarounds or emulators to experience AAA games on Mac. Instead, Cyberpunk 2077 is leveraging Apple’s Metal API to deliver a performance and graphics boost, allowing players to experience the cyberpunk dystopia of Night City at its full potential.
This optimized version will support the latest M4 family of Apple chips, harnessing the speed, efficiency, and graphical fidelity of Apple silicon. Players can expect rich textures, realistic lighting effects, and optimized frame rates, ensuring a fluid and visually stunning experience.
Night City and Dogtown: Stunning Visuals with Next-Gen Features
The Ultimate Edition brings both the sprawling, vibrant world of Night City and the dangerous new district of Dogtown, introduced in the Phantom Liberty expansion. Mac gamers can immerse themselves in this open-world RPG with all the graphic fidelity Cyberpunk 2077 is known for, from its bustling streets to neon-lit skylines.
In addition to the robust visuals, CD PROJEKT RED has implemented advanced features for Apple silicon Macs, including:
Path Tracing: This lighting technology simulates real-world light behavior for hyper-realistic environments.
Frame Generation: Higher frame rates create a smoother gaming experience, even in the most visually intensive scenes.
Built-In Spatial Audio: With Spatial Audio support, players using compatible headphones or speakers will experience 3D audio, drawing them deeper into the immersive and gritty streets of Night City.
Together, these features will make Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac not only visually stunning but also technically impressive, offering a PC-level gaming experience on Apple devices.
An Open-World RPG Experience Finally Comes to Mac
The Cyberpunk 2077 franchise has been praised for its sprawling story, complex characters, and a world that responds to player choices in deep and unexpected ways. With the Ultimate Edition, players will also get Phantom Liberty, a spy-thriller expansion that adds a wealth of content, new characters, and gameplay mechanics. Phantom Liberty introduces players to Dogtown, a new district with its own dangers, stories, and rewards, pushing the boundaries of Cyberpunk 2077’s narrative and gameplay.
Michał Nowakowski, Joint Chief Executive Officer at CD PROJEKT RED, expressed enthusiasm for the new Mac release, stating, “I’m incredibly excited that Mac gamers across the world will be able to discover the world and stories of Cyberpunk 2077 and Phantom Liberty early next year. With the power of Apple silicon and Apple’s advanced technologies, the dark future of Night City on Mac brings players impressive performance, amazing visuals, and an immersive, cinematic experience.”
Available Across Platforms and Launching Early Next Year
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is expected to launch early next year on Macs with Apple silicon, reaching Apple’s ecosystem through the Mac App Store and broader gaming platforms like GOG.com, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. While a specific release date hasn’t been announced yet, CD PROJEKT RED has promised to provide further updates in the coming months.
A New Era for Mac Gaming
The arrival of Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac is more than a single game launch—it’s part of a broader movement that signals Apple’s growing commitment to gaming on its devices. With more AAA titles optimized for Apple silicon, Mac gamers are finally able to enjoy the kind of high-quality, immersive experiences that were previously limited to consoles and PCs.
For now, Mac gamers can look forward to exploring Night City in its full glory, taking on new challenges in Dogtown, and experiencing Cyberpunk 2077 with the cutting-edge features enabled by Apple’s hardware and software. Stay tuned for more updates on the release, and get ready to dive into the world of Cyberpunk 2077 on your Mac in 2024!