StormyFire Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 Does anybody here use a Mac for gaming? It seems like it would be quite difficult to use a Mac for gaming. While a good amount of games are compatible, they still aren't exactly geared towards gaming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane99 Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 I don't, but i know you can play some games on there. I think Steam helps make it easier for people to play a lot of games. But I also heard that Steam or some other game distributors are looking to remove Mac and Linux support. But I don't know if that's true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 You can make games on mac but as a game platform, it's too expensive and often not worth it. Like something goes damaged you are in line to spend more bucks than you can handle. There are people who do take that risk but if I had apple level money I'd invest in MSI and ASUS's expensive machines and get it damaged and yet not expensive repairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blackangel Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 From what I know, the vast majority of games are designed for PC, and thus aren't compatible with a Mac. I've use a Mac in school in the past, and they were the most worthless version of a computing system (second only to dell), even though by definition, they're not a computer. Something Steve Jobs came up with to separate them from Microsoft or something. I don't remember the details. But either way, while PC and Mac are on the same path, it's like comparing a motorcycle to a truck. They do the same basic thing, but are hugely different. And often one is thousands of dollars more expensive than the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 The more recent Macs with M1 and subsequent processors can play games and there have been sever al benchmarks on various YouTube channels so you can check those out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 A lot of games are designed on Mac, especially the android ones which are ported to all devices. the high graphics config and support for most graphics engines on mac makes it possible. But at the end, nobody wants to burn their money and use the mac as a gaming machine, it's really not worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 On 2/1/2022 at 2:28 AM, skyfire said: A lot of games are designed on Mac, especially the android ones which are ported to all devices. the high graphics config and support for most graphics engines on mac makes it possible. But at the end, nobody wants to burn their money and use the mac as a gaming machine, it's really not worth it. I agree - Macs do tend to be quite expensive and really expensive to repair. Plus the number of games are more limited so most people wouldn't buy it for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted February 13, 2022 Share Posted February 13, 2022 Even if more games do come in that ecosystem. i think damaging device with too much gaming is not good for mac as it would like elephant to pet with daily expenses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head_Hunter Posted February 13, 2022 Share Posted February 13, 2022 I wouldn't feel comfortable playing video games on Mac book device. I love playing with a gaming compatible device to feel comfortable while playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted February 14, 2022 Share Posted February 14, 2022 21 hours ago, Head_Hunter said: I wouldn't feel comfortable playing video games on Mac book device. I love playing with a gaming compatible device to feel comfortable while playing. Yes it's like buying expensive car and then trying race in the mountains. one bad move and the device is done for along with expensive maintenance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head_Hunter Posted February 15, 2022 Share Posted February 15, 2022 On 2/14/2022 at 7:30 AM, skyfire said: Yes it's like buying expensive car and then trying race in the mountains. one bad move and the device is done for along with expensive maintenance. Nice illustration, that I wouldn't try buddy. When I am playing, I'll only stick to the gaming device that is comfortable for me to handle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyfire Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 On 2/16/2022 at 3:00 AM, Head_Hunter said: Nice illustration, that I wouldn't try buddy. When I am playing, I'll only stick to the gaming device that is comfortable for me to handle. Yes for me financial damage that device can cause is something I do keep in mind as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight Barida Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 On 2/13/2022 at 10:06 AM, Head_Hunter said: I wouldn't feel comfortable playing video games on Mac book device. I love playing with a gaming compatible device to feel comfortable while playing. The thing is that the build up for Mac is not meant for heavy gaming. You will always get the device worked out and having one issue or another. No gamer will want that kind of frustration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Head_Hunter Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 2 minutes ago, Knight Barida said: The thing is that the build up for Mac is not meant for heavy gaming. You will always get the device worked out and having one issue or another. No gamer will want that kind of frustration. Yeah, and the seize is much, not something I can carry with ease. If I carry it for long, it will definitely feel heavy and I'll quickly get tired of playing. I playing with a flexible mobile phone device or a console that is relaxing independently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight Barida Posted March 29, 2022 Share Posted March 29, 2022 3 minutes ago, Head_Hunter said: Yeah, and the seize is much, not something I can carry with ease. If I carry it for long, it will definitely feel heavy and I'll quickly get tired of playing. I playing with a flexible mobile phone device or a console that is relaxing independently. Assuming the device (Mac) can survive the rigours that comes from gaming, I won't mind carrying it anywhere I go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
