Can you play Borderlands 3 on Mac?
Probably yes. Borderlands 3 is rated Playable on Steam Deck, so it should run on a Mac, though it is not confirmed on a Mac yet.
Last checked · Source: Sommelier ratings, Steam Deck and anti-cheat data
Why Borderlands 3 is rated “Should work”
Valve rates Borderlands 3 “Playable” on Steam Deck, which usually means it runs, but may need some tweaks. That is the main reason it is rated “Should work” here.
It uses DirectX 11, which Sommelier translates to Metal with its own graphics layer. That works on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
No anti-cheat is listed for the game, so nothing of that kind is known to block it.
- Mac versionNo, runs through Windows compatibility
- Single-playerYes
- Anti-cheatNone listed
- GraphicsDirectX 11
- Steam Deck ratingPlayable
Which Mac can run Borderlands 3?
| Chip | Apple Silicon or Intel |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Sommelier’s graphics layer DirectX 11 translated to Metal. |
| macOS | 15 or later Sommelier needs macOS 15. |
| Disk space | 75 GB |
Where to get Borderlands 3
- Steam
- DeveloperGearbox Software
- Released2020
- Download size75 GB
Sommelier installs the game from your own library. You buy it in the store as usual; Sommelier does not sell games. See it on Steam
Where this rating comes from
- Steam Deck ratingPlayable
- Last checkedOctober 24, 2026
Ratings combine Valve’s Steam Deck rating, anti-cheat data and our own checks. When the facts change, the status here follows.
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Do I need Windows to play Borderlands 3 on Mac?
No. Sommelier runs the Windows version for you; you don’t install Windows or buy a licence.
Does online play work in Borderlands 3 on Mac?
No anti-cheat that blocks Macs is listed for Borderlands 3, so nothing of that kind is known to stand in the way. Whether a given online feature works also depends on the game’s own servers.
Does Borderlands 3 run on an Intel Mac?
Yes. It uses DirectX 11, which Sommelier handles on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Can I use a controller with Borderlands 3 on Mac?
Yes. macOS supports Xbox and DualSense controllers over Bluetooth or USB. Whether Borderlands 3 has full controller support is shown on its store page.
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