This is part of a series. Showcasing popular and intriguing games from the past 12 years or so. Based on my own idiosyncratic curation. A few remasters included. Most early access games excluded. Games only appear in one category (I tried my best). Mishmash is primarily about suggesting games with good potential for Mac users. Everything here works on macOS silicon.
Categories:
2D Action – 2D Platformer – 3D Action part 1 – 3D Action part 2 – Adventure part 1 – Adventure part 2 – Adventure part 3 – Arcade – Building and Management – Cards – Dating Sim – Driving and Racing – Metroidvania – Multiplayer – Physics – Puzzle part 1 – Puzzle part 2 – Rhythm – RPG part 1 – RPG part 2 – Roguelike and Roguelite – Sandbox – Simulation – Sports – Strategy part 1 – Strategy part 2 – Survival – Visual Novel
Avernum: Escape From the Pit (2012)
“Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.”
macOS • Windows • iOS
Available from GOG, Steam, Epic, App Store, and mobile stores.
Betrayal At Club Low (2022)
“Tonight you’re on a rescue mission, infiltrating a nightclub that was once a coffin factory. Will you succeed? Will you fail? Or will your night take an unexpected detour? Roll the Pizza Dice and find out!”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from Steam, and Itch.
Cat Quest (2017)
“The multi award-winning Action RPG. Some say ‘Diablo with Cats’ others a ‘Super-cute Skyrim’, whatever your take, Cat Quest’s loot-fuelled cat-venture is as beautifully crafted, as its combat and magic are ultra-satisfying. Universally adored by critics – it’ll have you purring for joy!”
macOS • Windows • Switch • PlayStation • Android • iOS
Available from GOG, Steam, console and mobile stores.
Cat Quest II (2019)
“Open-world action-RPG in a fantasy realm of cats and dogs. Sequel to the award-winning original, CAT QUEST II lets you play solo or with a friend, as both a cat and dog! Quest in a world filled with magic, defeat monsters and collect loot in a catventure like never before!”
macOS • Windows • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox • iOS • tvOS
Available from GOG, Steam, Apple Arcade, and console stores.
Caves of Qud (2015)
“Caves of Qud is a science fantasy roguelike epic steeped in retrofuturism, deep simulation, and swathes of sentient plants. Come inhabit an exotic world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from GOG, Steam, and Itch. (EARLY ACCESS)
Chained Echoes (2022)
“Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from GOG, Steam, and console stores.
Chroma Squad (2015)
“Tactical RPG about 5 stunt actors who decide to quit their jobs and start their own Power Rangers-inspired TV show! Cast actors, upgrade your studio, craft Mechas of cardboard and duct tape. Once the cameras are rolling, control your cast of 5 colored-jumpsuit-clad warriors in turn-based battles.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox • Android • iOS
Available from GOG, Steam, Itch, console and mobile stores.
Citizen Sleeper (2022)
“Roleplaying in the ruins of interplanetary capitalism. Live the life of an escaped worker, washed-up on a lawless station at the edge of an interstellar society. Inspired by the flexibility and freedom of TTRPGs, explore the station, choose your friends, escape your past and change your future.”
macOS • Windows • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from GOG, Steam, Epic, and console stores.
CrossCode (2018)
“A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from GOG, Steam, Itch, and console stores.
Crystal Project (2022)
“Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world’s toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it’s up to you.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from GOG, and Steam.
Diablo III (2012)
“Ages ago, angels and demons birthed your world in a forbidden union. Now they’ve come to claim it. Stand tall among Sanctuary’s meek and wicked to battle walking corpses, horrifying cultists, fallen seraphs, and the Lords of Hell. When the High Heavens and the Burning Hells war, humanity must be its own salvation.”
macOS • Windows • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from Blizzard, and console stores.
Disco Elysium – The Final Cut (2019)
“Disco Elysium – The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.”
macOS • Windows • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from GOG, Steam, Epic, App Store, and console stores.
Divinity: Original Sin – Enhanced Edition (2015)
“Gather your party and get ready for the kick-ass new version of GameSpot’s PC Game of the Year 2014. With hours of new content, new game modes, full voiceovers, split-screen multiplayer, and thousands of improvements, there’s never been a better time to explore the epic world of Rivellon!”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from GOG, Steam, App Store, and console stores.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Definitive Edition (2017)
“The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur’s Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four – but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.”
macOS • Windows • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox • iPad
Available from GOG, Steam, App Store, console and mobile stores.
For The King (2018)
“For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from Steam, Epic, and console stores.
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