Running Parallel on Mac: The Future of Gaming

The gaming community has been eagerly waiting for a seamless experience on their Macs, and Parallels Desktop has made significant strides in achieving just that. In this article, we'll explore the future of gaming on Apple Silicon and what it means for Windows PC game owners.

Parallels Desktop has successfully enabled gamers to run their favorite titles on their Macs, with impressive results. The company's Product Manager, Dmitry Geynisman, confirms that DirectX 12 support is in the works, making it possible for gamers to play a wide range of games without any issues. However, Vulkan support is not currently planned, with DirectX 12 taking priority.

One notable achievement is the ability to run Fortnite and other big titles on Apple Silicon Macs. Geynisman explains that the company wants to ensure its users don't miss out on new gaming experiences, which is why DirectX 12 support is their top priority.

To test these claims, we put Parallels Desktop 17 through its paces on an M1 Pro MacBook Pro. The results were impressive, with games running smoothly at high settings and resolutions. Resident Evil 3 and Crash Bandicoot: N. Sane Trilogy ran without any issues, while Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes even reached full speed.

However, not all games are compatible with Parallels Desktop on Apple Silicon. Halo Infinite, for example, refused to load due to ARM compatibility issues. Similarly, DOOM and Dragon Ball FighterZ would not work due to their DirectX framework.

Despite these limitations, Parallels Desktop has made significant progress in enabling gamers to enjoy their favorite Windows PC games on Macs. With DirectX 12 support on the horizon, it's an exciting time for gaming enthusiasts on Apple Silicon. As technology continues to evolve, we can expect even more impressive results from Parallels Desktop and other gaming solutions.

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