Can you play The Sims 4 on Mac?
Probably yes. The Sims 4 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 The Sims 4 is rated “Should work”
Valve rates The Sims 4 “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 The Sims 4?
| 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 | 26 GB |
Where to get The Sims 4
- Steam
- DeveloperMaxis
- Released2020
- Download size26 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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DAVE THE DIVERQuestions about The Sims 4 on Mac
Do I need Windows to play The Sims 4 on Mac?
No. Sommelier runs the Windows version for you; you don’t install Windows or buy a licence.
Does online play work in The Sims 4 on Mac?
No anti-cheat that blocks Macs is listed for The Sims 4, 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 The Sims 4 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 The Sims 4 on Mac?
Yes. macOS supports Xbox and DualSense controllers over Bluetooth or USB. Whether The Sims 4 has full controller support is shown on its store page.
Play The Sims 4 on your Mac
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