Can you play Watch_Dogs 2 on Mac?
We can’t tell yet. Online play in Watch_Dogs 2 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 Watch_Dogs 2 is rated “Unknown”
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
- Steam Deck ratingUnsupported
Where to get Watch_Dogs 2
- Steam
- DeveloperUbisoft
- Released2016
- Download size27 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)Running
- 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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TerrariaQuestions about Watch_Dogs 2 on Mac
Do I need Windows to play Watch_Dogs 2 on Mac?
No. Sommelier runs the Windows version for you; you don’t install Windows or buy a licence.
Does Watch_Dogs 2 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.
Can I use a controller with Watch_Dogs 2 on Mac?
Yes. macOS supports Xbox and DualSense controllers over Bluetooth or USB. Whether Watch_Dogs 2 has full controller support is shown on its store page.
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