Mac OS X is Apple's current operating system for desktop and laptop computers. Use the [os-x] tag for questions specifically related to the OS X version of a game, or a general feature or issue with the OS.
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Input controls for keypad (Milkman Conspiracy)
I'm replaying this awesome game (played it on Xbox way back then).
I'm stuck at the milkman conspiracy part as I can't input the digits on the keypad to access the post office. I can move the cursor ...
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How do I check my depth on OS X?
I know that if you want to check your depth on a PC, you press F3, but on my Mac, pressing F3 brings up Mission Control and/or the Dashboard.
Is there a way to check depth in OS X without manually ...
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I deleted my Minecraft folder on my Mac
I am running Mac OS X 10.5.8, and I deleted my Minecraft folder in user/Library/Application Support and now Minecraft will not run. I still have my saves folder, but when I tried to make a new ...
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Is there any way to make scrolling sensible in OSX?
I'm playing Minecraft on a mac, and I'm using a Logitech Revolution MX. When scrolling in the game, it flicks through my items very quickly, rather than one item-per-click scrolling than I get in ...
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How do I download mods on Garry's Mod for Mac
I have Garry's Mod for Macintosh. I can download maps with ease, but I'm unsure about general mods and SWEPS.
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Getting rid of bones levels on Nethack Cocoa
I have been plagued by a problem. I think something's out to kill me (although considering I'm playing Nethack, that "something" is "everything"). Specifically, I'm getting into trouble for something ...
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Why are my controllers not working in Super Meat Boy on OS X?
I'm trying to play Super Meat Boy on OSX using a joypad, and it doesn't work: the buttons are fine, but the D-pad is completely ignored!
I've tried many joypads and the result is the same for all of ...
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Games on windows 8 in bootcamp lag even on lowest graphics
I've been playing Crysis 2 and Skyrim on my Retina MacBookPro (10,1) for months now. The two games used to run super smoothly even on nearly maxed out settings. This laptop has an Nvidia GeForce GT ...
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Why are all my classes deleted?
I was playing call of duty Combat training one day. When I died, I was surprise when I hover my mouse over the class, it says there which was suppose to be a picture of the gun inside the class, ...
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How can I improve the performance of Skyrim on Mac using Wineskin?
I use a Mac as a gaming device with the help of Wineskin wrappers that allow PC games to run on Mac.
I've installed Oblivion through Wineskin. Oblivion works well on the highest possible setting on ...
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How can I transfer my saved progress in DiRT 2 to a different mac?
I literally spent the last 2 hours trying to find the solution, but couldn't. There are solutions for Windows, but no Mac. I basically installed DiRT 2 on my macbook pro, but already had some progress ...
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Where are my Minecraft saves located?
On Minecraft I am stuck really far down (see this question) and can't get out. When I search for my save I can't find it.
I am on a Macbook.
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How can I run Minecraft in offline mode on OS X and still have my name?
I'm trying to run Minecraft in offline mode on OS X while still setting my name to something other than "Player". I found some AppleScript written by Naschroe that may do the job:
property user_name ...
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Fullscreen toggle on mac for Assassin's Creed Brotherhood?
I've tried everything: CMD+H, Alt tab, CMD+M, and nothing seems to be able to take me out of fullscreen mode for Assassin's Creed Brotherhood on my Macbook Pro. Are there any other ways so that it ...
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Why is Quake Live slower on the Mac than the PC?
I have a new iMac. I have been playing Quake Live. When I play I get either 85 fps, or a weird effect where the framerate starts at 125, then drops to 85fps and builds up again to 125 fps.
Changing ...
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Jerky lag on Minecraft OS X
I've been playing minecraft for a year now, and have had this weird problem where about 5 minutes after I start playing, the game gets jerky (will lag for a second, then be normal for 2 seconds) and ...
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What games support the ps3 controller on the mac? [closed]
This isn't a question about how to get the ps3 controller to work on the mac. Its assuming you've already done that. (support is build into Mountain Lion, some people just have issues getting it to ...
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I want to play the same games on Mac OS X and Windows 7
Here's my current setup. I have both Mac OS X 10.8 and Windows 7 installed on a SSD, and Paragon drivers for each installed on each. (so I can read/write to the other partition from both partitions)
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Steam (Mac) game location
A few months ago, I restored my Mac from a Time Machine backup. Now, when I try to play a game on Steam (Civ 5 for example), Steam does not seem to be aware of the location of the game. I found the ...
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EvE OSX Client won't launch
So I just downloaded EvE online after some time and the client wont launch. When I click on the app I see EvE dock icon jumping but nothing happens. I reinstalled the game but still same issue. Also ...
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Civ 5 mods not working on Mac
I'm trying to use a byzantine mod in Civilization 5 on my Mac (Mountain Lion), but when I put the mod's folder in ~/Documents/Aspyr/Sid Meier's Civilization 5/MODS, it doesn't sho up in the mod menu. ...
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Run Borderlands 2 at 2880x1800 on Retina MacBook Pro
I'm trying to get Borderlands 2 on Mac, the Steam version, to run at full resolution (2880x1800) on my rMBP.
In-game, the max resolution for some reason is set at 1440x900, half of the full ...
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Is there any option for natively playing Quake 2 on OS X 10.7 and above?
How can I play natively Quake 2 on OS X 10.7 or above?
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How can I play Quake on OS X 10.7 or above?
Is there any option for native playing Quake on OS X 10.7 and above?
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minecraft crashes on osx
I just bought minecraft and every time i run it , it crashes. When i double click on its icon in the application folder nothing happens so i have to go into the contents folder to launch its jar file. ...
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Can I stop the Steam client from crashing each time I shut down my Mac?
I have the Steam client installed on my Macbook Pro, and each and every time I shut my Mac down without first quitting the Steam client, the client crashes.
While the end result is the same (the ...
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Does Company of Heroes CD-Key from a PC version work on a Mac?
Company of Heroes has been ported to OS X. I purchased the Windows version a while back. Anyone know if the CD-Key will work on the mac?
Please refrain from speculating whether or not it is ...
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How can I enable Civ 5 mods on Mac OS X?
Officially, the Mac OS X version of Civilization V does not support mods. However, from common sense, some discussions I've found online, and Aspyr's poor track record, I'm guessing it is indeed ...
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Torchlight II for Mac? [closed]
What is the current status of the Torchlight II port for Mac?
There are plenty of articles from the release date a few months ago, and several quotes that suggest a port is "a couple months away." I ...
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Is there a way to backup save files in Machinarium?
Machinarium (Mac OS X) saves its files in a cache, so if you accidentally clear your browsing history, all of your files disappear. Is there any way to back them up?
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Syncing Xbox Wireless Controller w/ Mac
Can anybody please assist me in furthering my attempts to get my Xbox controller properly synced with my Mac Pro? I'm using Snow Leopard and I have downloaded the driver software from tattiebogle.com. ...
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Is there any way to get the original Fallout and Fallout 2 working on a Mac?
The question probably speaks for itself. I know that they're Windows-based games, so inherently a copy of Windows must be available. That precludes using DOSBox, but would any of the following ...
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While in a OSX, How can I “alt+tab” in The Cave ? (full-screen)
I tried ⌘tab / alttab / esc (that only opens the menu).
It's hard to check the internet (friends/work/emails/etc) while in full screen and needing to save and exit every time.
Running on OSX ...
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Starcraft 2 on Macbook Pro Retina on external 27" - No valid resolution
My primary monitor is set to the 27" at 2560 x 1440.
I can't window and unwindow (command + m) either. what to do!?
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How can I install Counter-Strike on a MacBook Pro?
Is it possible to install Counter-Strike on a MacBook Pro? If so, how?
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I can't interact with the Steam Overlay. What's going on?
I've been having issues with the Steam Overlay while playing The Witcher recently. I suspect that the issues are specific to the fact that the game was (somewhat sloppily) ported to Mac OS X with a ...
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Some Minecraft sound effects on Mac are too quiet
I bought Minecraft last year and all went well until I bought a Mac. Now, the following sounds are either missing or very quiet:
Walking on any material.
Breaking materials.
Placing materials.
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Tekkit on Mac not starting up - White Screen
Recently there was an update for mac (just a regular system update, i thought nothing of it) and immediately after the update, when i try and launch the Technic launcher and run tekkit, it lets me log ...
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Battlefield Bad Company 2 for MAC?
Is there a working port of Bad Company 2 that works on MAC OSX 10.8 Mountain Lion.?
I got it on my steam account with the serial number etc, however the game only works on Windows.
I do not want to ...
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I can't open Spore on my Mac
It's been a long time since I tried to play spore on my iMac. I reinstalled it today and whenever I try to open it my screen will go black, a blue box will flash on my screen, my cursor will change a ...
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How do you install Minecraft mods on a Mac?
I've seen videos for Minecraft mods which add features like oil, pipes and guns. Where can I find these mods, and how do I install them on a Mac?
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Splinter Cell: Conviction (from Steam) on OS X crashes on load
I'm trying to play Splinter Cell: Conviction on a Mac and it crashes on first load.
Remedies tried:
Reinstall Steam
Reinstall game (delete local content then redownloaded)
The last Console ...
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Q.U.B.E. on Mac on just one display
How can i make Q.U.B.E using just one display?
I've tried turn off fullscreen, but it just scale down the viewport of the game, but i am still in the OSX fullscreen layout.
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Terminal script for Minecraft server autosave
I've been looking into Minecraft servers recently, and since I use a Mac, I know that the terminal application is an effective way to run a server with additional ram (you know, with the java ...
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Missing game textures on XP VM (Parallels 6)
I have an 1-year old 27'' iMac (8GB RAM) and am using Parallels Desktop 6 to virtualize a Windows XP installation. This is its dxdiag output:
While Games like Civilization IV work without any ...
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Black Ops for Mac on ATI Radeon HD 4670 256 MB
I initially planned to purchase Black Ops for Mac from the Mac App Store for my late 2009 iMac. I was thinking I'd then buy GameCompanion and connect an Xbox 360 controller to my computer, ...
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How to install DeathMatch Server on Mac OSX for Counter Strike: Source
I have a Steam Account and have installed Counter Strike:Source on my Mac OSX.
I am bored of the local servers... How can I setup a DeathMatch Server on my copy of CS:S??
Please tell me what to ...
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Playing the game with Wingman RumblePad (OS X / Mac)
I would like to know how I can connect my Logitech WingMan RumblePad to my Mac so I can play TF2 with it, using CoD-esque controls (Left Thumb = Move, Right Thumb = Aim). I have tried editing the ...
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Can't uninstall games with “Delete local content”
I'm trying to uninstall Portal 2 from my local copy of Steam, using the right click->Delete Local Content menu option. Upon selecting this, a dialog is presented confirming the delete, followed by an ...
