QUAKE II on Mac

About QUAKE II

Shortly after landing on an alien surface, you learn that hundreds of your men have been reduced to just a few. Now you must fight your way through heavily fortified military installations, lower the city’s defenses and shut down the enemy’s war machine. Only then will the fate of humanity be known.

How to Run QUAKE II on Mac

Mac Version Available

Option 1: Use Parallels

Parallels is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful option to run Windows on your Mac. Data can be shared between Mac and Windows and switching between the two is as simple as switching screens. Run it On Mac recommends Parallels as the #1 best way to run QUAKE II on your Mac desktop or laptop.

Pros: Very Cost-Effective; Easily transfer files; Easily switch between Windows & Mac.

Cons: May see a slight decrease in performance; Cost varies from $50-80 for a personal license.

Option 2: Use Bootcamp

Boot Camp is a boot utility included with most Apple desktop and laptop products that allows users to install a Windows operating system alongside the native macOS/OS X operating system. Using Bootcamp is a relatively technical process and should probably only be undertaken by someone who understands the process.

Pros: Free; Good option if you need high performance or are using an older machine.

Cons: Switching between operating systems requires a restart; difficult, technical installation process.

QUAKE II System Requirements

Windows
Mac OS X
    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows XP
    • Processor: 2.4 GHz
    • Memory: 1 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 256 MB
    • DirectX®: 9.0c
    • Hard Drive: 2 GB HD space
    • Sound: Any DirectX compatible
    • Additional: Gamepad or steering wheel recommended
    Recommended:
    • Additional: Gamepad or steering wheel recommended
    Minimum:
    • OS: 10.6.8 or newer
    • Processor: Any Intel CPU
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Any except Intel GMA 950
    • Hard Drive: 2 GB HD space
    • Sound: Any
    • Additional: Gamepad or steering wheel recommended
    Recommended:
    • Additional: Gamepad or steering wheel recommended