**Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition Launches on Mac**
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is poised to launch on Mac this week, with CD PROJEKT RED confirming its release on Thursday, July 17. This edition of the game will be available for Macs powered by Apple Silicon through various platforms, including the Mac App Store, GOG.com, Steam, and the Epic Games Store.
The introduction of Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac follows the prior release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, marking a substantial increase in gaming choices for Mac users. Apple had previously suggested that Cyberpunk 2077 would be available on Mac in 2025, a commitment that is now being realized with this release.
**Game Overview**
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is an all-inclusive edition of the celebrated open-world action RPG, enabling players to immerse themselves as V, a mercenary navigating a dystopian future replete with cutting-edge technology and body enhancements. This version not only features the base game with the famous actor Keanu Reeves as Johnny Silverhand but also includes the Phantom Liberty expansion, introducing a new storyline with Idris Elba as Solomon Reed. Furthermore, it comprises all significant updates released thus far, including Patch 2.3, which adds new Photo Mode features, additional vehicles, and various gameplay improvements.
**Optimized Performance on Apple Silicon**
The game is crafted to utilize the strengths of Macs equipped with Apple Silicon, employing Apple’s Metal graphics framework to guarantee smooth performance and breathtaking visuals. Players can anticipate enhanced battery life and uninterrupted gameplay, with support for advanced features such as path tracing, frame generation, HDR tuning on Apple displays, and integrated Spatial Audio with head-tracking for AirPods.
Cyberpunk 2077 will necessitate Macs with 16GB or more of unified memory and is compatible with any Apple Silicon Mac, beginning with the M1 chip launched in 2020. For the best performance, macOS 15.5 is recommended.
**Graphics and Controller Support**
The game will offer “For this Mac” graphics presets, customized for each Apple Silicon model, ensuring an optimized gaming experience. Additionally, it supports various game controllers and is compatible with the Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad, allowing players to select their preferred control method.
CD PROJEKT RED has promised Mac users that they can expect a gaming experience carefully adjusted to maximize the potential of their hardware.
**Future Updates**
Later in the year, Cyberpunk 2077 will also integrate new features unveiled at WWDC25 as part of macOS Tahoe, including Metal 4 functionalities such as Metal FX Frame Interpolation and MetalFX Denoising, further enhancing the gaming experience.
**Availability**
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will launch on the Mac App Store, alongside the base version of the game on GOG.com, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, starting July 17. This release signifies a noteworthy achievement for Mac gaming, broadening the collection of high-quality titles accessible to Apple users.
