Can you play FINAL FANTASY XIV Online on Mac?
Probably yes. FINAL FANTASY XIV Online 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 FINAL FANTASY XIV Online is rated “Should work”
Valve rates FINAL FANTASY XIV Online “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 FINAL FANTASY XIV Online?
| 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 | 140 GB |
Where to get FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
- Steam
- DeveloperSquare Enix
- Released2014
- Download size140 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 FINAL FANTASY XIV Online on Mac?
No. Sommelier runs the Windows version for you; you don’t install Windows or buy a licence.
Does online play work in FINAL FANTASY XIV Online on Mac?
No anti-cheat that blocks Macs is listed for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online, 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 FINAL FANTASY XIV Online run on an Intel Mac?
Yes. It uses DirectX 11, which Sommelier handles on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
How big is the download?
About 140 GB, so check your disk space first. Sommelier shows the size before it starts.
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