11 Best Racing Games for Mac in 2023

The last time we tried to list the best racing games for Mac, we couldn’t even find ten different games, let alone ten good ones. But things sure have changed. In just a few years, Feral Interactive delivered some of the finest racing games from Codemasters while indie developers have continued their steady supply of quality titles.

After testing and evaluating over 20 games, we came up with our top picks. But don’t worry, as we all have slightly different tastes in games, we made sure most styles and sub-genres were covered, ranging from crazy arcade racers to hardcore simulations.

Our absolute favorites:

Game	★ Best Overall	Best Graphics	Best Value
	GRID Legends	F1 2017	Art of Rally
Genre	Simulation	Simulation	Arcade
Release date	2023	2017	2020
Metascore	75	89	79
Our rating	★★★★★	★★★★☆	★★★★☆
Requirements	High	High	Low
Check Price	Pre-Order	Check Price	Check Price

💡 And if you’d prefer something entirely different, this 100 Best Mac games guide covers the most popular games across all genres.

Our favorite Mac Racing games

GRID Legends

Grid Legends is a high-octane blend of street racing and professional track competition, offering the perfect combination of Forza’s thrilling story mode and Need for Speed’s stunning graphics. This game is not just about racing; it’s also about the drama, the rivalries, and the adrenaline rush of speeding past your opponents on the final lap. Featuring a diverse range of cars and tracks, Grid Legends caters to various preferences, whether you enjoy city drives or professional track racing.
Moreover, its cross-platform capability means that you can still challenge your friends in races, regardless of whether they own a Mac or not.

System requirements: 64-bit processors only, Intel i3 2130, 8 GB RAM, NVIDIA GTX 950 / AMD RADEON RX 460, 50 GB available space.

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art of rally

From the creator of Absolute Drift comes art of rally, intentionally all in lowercase.

The game is focused on the golden age of rally racing, with cars from the 60s to Group B era rally cars. There are a handful of rally racing games in the market, but this one really stood out to me. Its polygonal art-style and minimalistic environment gives off a very “Zen” like feel. Compared to other games with distractingly hyper-realistic graphics and environmental design, art of rally removes those distractions. To them, the rally experience is all that matters. ​

The game is not demanding in terms of system requirements, and there have been no reports of any issues on Mac. As long as your Mac OS is 10.13 or higher, there should be no problems. It is recommended to use a MacBook Pro or iMac for the best experience.

System requirements: macOS 10.13, 2.9 GHz Intel Core i3 or AMD equivalent, 4 GB RAM, 6 GB HD space, Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 or AMD equivalent.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Art of Rally	Racing	Yes		TBC	Rosetta	Good

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Asphalt 9: Legends

Asphalt 9: Legends is a no-holds-barred, arcade-style racing game, perfect for fans of high-flying stunts and extremely high speeds. It features an array of lavish and luxurious supercars, and intriguingly, these very luxury cars are the ones leaping off ramps and doing 360-degree spins in the air.

The game is very easy to get into but also offers a variety of modes, cars, and tracks to keep experienced gamers interested. Thus, don’t forget to give this amazing game a try and start your gaming journey with Asphalt 9 today!

System requirements: macOS 10.15.7, Dual Core Intel® Core™ i5 or Apple Silicon — M1, Very Low Graphics needed, Intel HD Graphics 5000 / Iris Pro or Vega equal.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Asphalt 9	Racing	Yes		Metal	Native	Excellent

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Flashout 3

If you’re a fan of futuristic racing, then Flashout 3 is the game for you. Think of Flashout 3 as a mix of Wiepout and Tron with a hint of F-Zero. This game centers around incredibly high speeds, gravity-defying tracks, and a pulsating techno soundtrack. Its control mechanism is also unique, being easy to grasp yet challenging to master, particularly when navigating the perfect turn at high speeds.
Flashout 3 also contains a wide variety of tracks to suit all kinds of players, making it an ideal racing game. Impressively, it runs smoothly on most gaming setups despite its high-end graphics. So, why wait? Give Flashout 3 a try!

System requirements: macOS 10.14 or later, 64-bit x86 4 thread or Apple M1, 8 GB RAM, M1 chip or GeForce GTX 1060 or equivalent with 4 GB of video RAM, 6 GB available space.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Flashout 3	Racing	Yes		TBC	Rosetta	Good

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SnowRunner

If you’re looking for an off-road racing game, then Snow Runner is your go-to game. Famous for its rugged terrain, snow, and ice, it presents a formidable challenge even for OG gamers due to the slippery and uneven surfaces. Snow Runner is not just about racing; it’s an exploration of diverse landscapes, ranging from muddy tracks to snowy hills. To top this, Snow Runner also has a wide range of heavy-duty vehicles, which makes the game even more appealing.

Different from typical racing games, Snow Runner places a greater emphasis on strategic planning and vehicle management over just high-speed thrills. Thus, it is a must-try for players who are looking for challenging racing games that also have amazing graphics.

System requirements: macOS Monterey or later, 2.6GHz or higher, 8 GB RAM, 4GB or higher, 50 GB available space.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	SnowRunner	Simulation	Yes		Metal	Native	Good

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Descenders

Tired of driving cars? Why not ride a bike instead?

I present to you Descenders, a downhill free-riding biking game.

Unlike other biking games, Descenders randomly generates the downhill path each time you play, giving you new experiences each ride. The challenge is to get downhill far enough before you run out of lives. It is a simple yet well-executed concept. Their developer team is also very active, providing frequent new updates.

Descenders is not very demanding in the system requirements section, so most Macs should be able to run it. There also have been no reported issues with the game on Mac. But if your Mac is a bit old, don’t expect to be able to run it at 120 FPS and Epic level graphics. Additionally, it is incompatible with some lower-end Intel HD laptop GPUs (620/520/4000/etc.). So check your GPU before you buy.

System requirements: macOS 10.6 or higher, Intel Core i5, 4 GB RAM, 9 GB HD space, Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 or equivalent or higher.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Descenders	Racing	Yes		TBC	Rosetta	Average

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Horizon Chase 2

After seven years of waiting, Horizon Chase 2 is finally here on the App store.

A fantastic homage to classic arcade racers, Horizon Chase 2 scratches the retro itch perfectly. With sleek polygon visuals, customizable cars, and old-school drive-and-smash gameplay, it’s tough to find a better arcade racer. Additionally, there have been visible improvements in track design and environment visuals when compared to the first Horizon Chase, making it even more worthwhile to try it out.

Featuring both online multiplayer and offline campaign racing, there is little Horizon Chase 2 does not offer to the avid racer. It is now available on the App store, removing the need to worry about technical issues and other bugs and glitches.

System requirements: macOS 11.0.0 or later.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Horizon Chase Turbo	Racing	Yes		Metal	Native	Good

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Road Redemption

Back in the good old days of pixelated gaming, there was one game to rule them all: Road Rash. It was violent and intense. It was glorious. But that was back in 1991 and we had to wait a long time until someone finally delivered a worthy successor: Road Redemption.

This action racing game is about leading your motorcycle gang on an epic journey across the country. By completing races, assassinations, and robberies, you’ll earn money and loot that you can use to upgrade your character, bike, and weapons. Road Redemption rounds things up with a fun multiplayer mode where you can either work with your friends or against them. Up to you.

For an old-school remaster, Road Redemption isn’t too shabby on the graphics department. The game looks good, even on medium settings, but that comes at a price. This is a relatively demanding game that can be taxing on older machines, especially models with integrated graphics.

System requirements: macOS 10.7, 64-bit processor, Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT or ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro graphics card or better, 1 GB hard drive space.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Road Redemption	Racing	Yes		TBC	Native	Good

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Distance

Distance is an arcade racer filled with insane tracks and flying cars. The drool-worthy futuristic graphics alone would make the game worth it, but the gameplay is even better.

Cars can use parkour-style stunts to get through laser fields, spike attacks and more. You can also drive upside down, on buildings, walls and even fly to discover shortcuts. With online multiplayer for up to 12 players and split-screen, Distance promises hours of fun. And there’s also a short Adventure mode to help you learn the basics and round things up for solo players. Although it’s still in development, you can buy the Steam Early Access version. S

Last but not least, the game runs great on MacOS, and playing the game on Medium settings was nice and smooth.

System requirements: macOS 10.7, 2.3 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4 GB RAM, NVIDIA Geforce 640M or ATI Radeon HD 3870 graphics card or better, 5 GB hard drive space.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Distance	Racing	Yes		TBC	Rosetta	Good

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Gear.Club Stradale

Gear.Club Stradale is a stylish new entrant in the world of luxury car racing, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Italian countryside. This setting makes racing through its scenic routes at high speeds one of the main highlights of the game. On top of that, Gear.Club also boasts highly realistic-looking cars with detailed customization options, allowing players to create their dream vehicle.

This game is ideal for players seeking a perfect blend of performance and aesthetics. Additionally, Gear.Club also fosters a vibrant community, placing a lot of emphasis on forming clubs and competing with friends, further enhancing the gaming experience.

System requirements: Requires macOS 11.0 or later, 3.5 GB Available Space.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	Gear.Club Stradale	Racing	Yes		Metal	Native	Good

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F1 2017

Hardcore racing fans, stop your search right here. F1 2017 is Codemasters’ latest Formula 1 game, and thanks to Feral Interactive’s efforts, it was released on Mac and Windows on the same day.

With its screaming V8 engines, chess-like strategy, and extreme handling, this is one of the most realistic Mac race games on this list. That realism makes it a challenging game indeed but put in the effort and the game pays you back with interest. The game also features every car and circuit from the official Formula 1 2017 season, a huge career mode, a new gameplay mode, invitational events, and basically everything a Formula 1 fan could ask for.

Choosing between F1 2017 and Dirt Rally was a tough call. F1 2017 is a superb game and the only reason Dirt Rally earned our first pick is because it appeals to a larger audience. While Dirt Rally can run on most Macs released since 2012, F1 2017 is a more demanding game. The game couldn’t even launch on our 2013 13-inch MBP and our 2016 13-inch MBP only managed 25 FPS. But you can’t really blame the game there. The only reason F1 2017 is so demanding is because it’s probably the best-looking game on this list.

System requirements: macOS 10.12.5, 2 GHz Intel Core i5 Processor, 8 GB RAM, 2GB AMD R9 M290, 1.5 GB Intel Iris Pro 6200 graphics card or better, 36 GB hard drive space.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	F1 2017	Racing	Yes		Metal	Rosetta	Good

DiRT Rally

DiRT Rally is the successor to the fan-favorite DiRT 3, a game that we all loved but which suddenly became unavailable to purchase a few months ago. But as much as I loved DiRT 3, DiRT Rally is a better game in every way.

With sophisticated handling, risky gameplay, and great graphics, some call it the greatest rally game ever released and Codemasters’ finest game to date. Dirt Rally is nowhere near as serious as our runner-up, F1 2017, but is still damned entertaining. What makes Dirt Rally our top pick? It can be a challenging and precise simulation or a fun and casual racer; all you need to do is adjust the settings and assists to match your preferences.

Dirt Rally also sports gorgeous graphics with realistic cars competing at top speed in beautifully rendered snowy forests, deserts or plains. Some might argue F1 2017 can look slightly better, but it’s debatable. Both games look great.

DiRT Rally does have a noticeable advantage over F1 2017: this is a brilliant port that runs smoothly on a wide range of machines, including older Macs with integrated graphics.

System requirements: 10.13, 1.8 GHz Intel Core i3 Processor, 8 GB RAM, 1 GB Nvidia 650M / 2 GB AMD Radeon M290 / Intel HD 4000 graphics card or better, 48 GB hard drive space.

Art	Game	Genre	64-bit?	64-bit	API	M1 Support	Performance
	DiRT Rally	Racing	Yes		Metal	Rosetta	Good

Our Criteria

Games have a largely subjective aspect to them. You may love some games while I might prefer completely different ones. This is why we identified a set of criteria that every single one of our picks has to meet:

Native support: This should go without saying, but every one of the games mentioned here has to be officially supported on MacOS and does not require Bootcamp or Wine. We’ve seen too many Top Games for MacOS lists that feature Windows-only games…

MacOS performance: There’s a plethora of reliable Windows-PC reviews, guides, and videos on the internet. However, they never acknowledge MacOS gaming. This is why our focus is always on the Mac performance of the games listed here.

Critical acclaim: Video games can be subjective, but to keep this guide as relevant as possible, we only consider proven games with positive reviews from both professional reviewers and average gamers.

Pricing: We all want quality, but pricing also plays an important role. We always keep in mind price tags and production value to give indies and AAA games equal chances. After all, we’re after games that are fun to play. Looks are important but fun gameplay is even more so.