How to play Identity V on Mac

Is it possible to play Identity V on Mac?

Identity V is a multiplayer horror game developed by NetEase. Like other such games, it pits a team of four people (called Survivors) against a powerful monster (called Hunter). Survivors can win by discovering and using cypher machines. It is a long process, but once all cyphers are decrypted, they can open one of the gates and escape the map. And the Hunter, obviously, wins by killing everyone. Surprisingly, Survivors are not helpless in combat, and have many options other than hiding. Each survivor character has their own unique powers, and although they can’t kill the Hunter, they can severely weaken him. As such, many wonder if Identity V should be considered a horror game at all, or whether it should be labelled “asymmetric multiplayer” instead. Either way, it is quite fun to play, with a thriving competitive scene, a large roster of characters, and frequent updates. The game is available on Microsoft Windows, Android, and iOS, but lacks a Mac version. Thankfully, you can easily get around this problem: there are multiple unofficial ways to play Identity V on Mac. Read the guide below to learn more.

Play Identity V on Mac with Parallels

If you have a powerful Mac computer (iMac, iMac Pro, or Mac Pro) Parallels Desktop can be a solution. This is an application that allows for Windows virtualization on Mac with the full support of DirectX and GPUs. In simpler terms, what this means is that it allows you to install Windows 10 on Mac with just a couple of clicks and switch between MacOS and Windows instantly. So you will be able to run Windows, install Steam, and enjoy the Identity V game on Mac just like on a regular PC.

Download Parallels Desktop

Play Identity V on Mac with CrossOver

CrossOver, developed by CodeWeavers, is a Windows compatibility layer for macOS, ChromeOS, and Linux. It enables many Windows-based applications to run on these operating systems without virtualization. Though compatibility layers can be tricky to work with, CrossOver in particular includes user-friendly configuration tools, automated installation scripts, and technical support. It also supports DirectX12 games, which is an advantage over Parallels. As such, it is a relatively easy way to run Windows software and games on non-Windows devices. You may be able to play Identity V on Mac using CrossOver as well.

Download CrossOver

Play Identity V on Mac with Bluestacks

Note: Playing Identity V on Mac via Bluestacks will allow you to use a keyboard and mouse, however, according to the latest updates, this won’t give you an advantage, as the game uses special separate servers for gamers playing with emulators.

Among the variety of Android emulators, Bluestacks is the most advanced one. Firstly, it is available for both Windows and Mac with full functionality. Secondly, it allows effortless automatic transition to PC game controls, convenient hot-keys, that you are used to from any regular PC game. It provides high performance and graphics in any mobile game even on a relatively weak PC or Mac, as computer processors are usually more powerful than smartphone ones. To run Identity V on Mac you need to perform these easy steps:

Download Bluestacks

1. Download latest version of Bluestacks for MacOS.
2. Open Play Store and sign-in with your Google account.
3. Download Identity V from the catalog and run it.
4. Bluestacks may offer you to run better engine for this game.
5. Install the game and start playing!

Play Identity V on Mac with Tenorshare Phone Mirror

Tenorshare Phone Mirror is an application that allows you to control your smartphone from a PC or Mac. You will see your phone’s screen on the computer, and will be able to issue commands with keyboard and mouse. With advanced keyboard mapping abilities, similar to what is offered by Android emulators, you will be able to play Identity V on Mac easily, all while enjoying the precision of PC controls. This method has an obvious disadvantage – it requires you to have a phone capable of running Identity V. However, there are several advantages as well. Because the game doesn’t actually run on your computer, the specifications of your Mac don’t matter. What’s more, it is unlikely that you will be banned in any game for using this tool – something that might happen while using emulators. Phone Mirror can be used to control both iOS and Android devices, so unless you have a weak smartphone, this app will be useful to you.
Download Phone Mirror

1. Download Tenorshare Phone Mirror on your Mac, then install it.
2. Launch Phone Mirror and pair your smartphone with your computer by following the program’s instructions.
3. Install Identity V and start playing!

Play Identity V on Mac with BootCamp

Note: Mac computers with new Apple Silicon chips (M1, M2, M3) currently do not support BootCamp. In this case, please, use the options above to run Identity V on Mac

This method is simple but time-consuming. If your Mac meets all the system requirements above, you can play Identity V on Mac by installing Windows. You need to set up a dual boot of Windows and Mac via BootCamp. This is an application that allows users to choose the system to work in on startup, however, you won’t be able to switch between systems like in Parallels. You will need to reboot your machine every time you want to switch from Mac to Windows and vice versa. Remember that Mac is just a computer, in the end. And while newer Macs have their own special Apple Silicon chips that cannot run Windows, older Macs are very much similar to computers that run Windows, they have Intel processors, compatible RAM, disks, and other components. So you can install Windows on an older Mac by allocating no less than 64 GB of disk space (to be able to run Windows and a couple of games) and following these steps:

For OS X El Capitan 10.11 and older

For MacOS versions prior to OS X El Capitan 10.11 you will need to create a bootable Windows USB.

1. Download this Windows ISO file.
2. Open Boot Camp Assistant (Go to Applications > Utilities).
3. Define the Windows partition size and choose the Windows ISO file you’ve downloaded.
4. Format the Windows partition and go through all Windows installation steps.
5. When Windows boots for the first time follow on-screen instructions to install Boot Camp and Windows support software (drivers)