Can you play SCUM on Mac?
We can’t tell yet. Online play in SCUM is closed on a Mac by its anti-cheat (Easy Anti-Cheat), and the single-player game is not confirmed on a Mac.
Last checked · Source: Sommelier ratings, Steam Deck and anti-cheat data
Why SCUM is rated “Unknown”
It uses DirectX 11, which Sommelier translates to Metal with its own graphics layer. That works on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Online play uses Easy Anti-Cheat, and on a Mac it does not let you in. Play offline and you are fine.
- Mac versionNo, runs through Windows compatibility
- Single-playerYes
- Anti-cheatEasy Anti-Cheat
- Online playBlocked on Mac
- GraphicsDirectX 11
- Steam Deck ratingUnsupported
Which Mac can run SCUM?
| 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 | 80 GB |
Where to get SCUM
- Steam
- DeveloperGamepires
- Released2025
- Download size80 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 ratingUnsupported
- Anti-cheat on Linux (AreWeAntiCheatYet)Broken
- 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 SCUM on Mac?
No. Sommelier runs the Windows version for you; you don’t install Windows or buy a licence.
Does SCUM online and co-op work on Mac?
No. Online play is protected by Easy Anti-Cheat, which does not run on Mac. The offline game works.
Does SCUM 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 SCUM on Mac?
Yes. macOS supports Xbox and DualSense controllers over Bluetooth or USB. Whether SCUM has full controller support is shown on its store page.
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