Do you want to play Roblox on Mac? You’re not alone.
Roblox is an online game with nearly 80 million daily users. In particular, it’s very popular with kids, so whether you want to get Roblox on Mac for yourself or your child, you’ll be pleased to know that Roblox works on Mac computers.
In this article, I’ll explain how to install Roblox on a Mac and provide some tips for running the game.
Before we start:
When you download new software, you need to make sure that you have enough storage space. You might want to uninstall some old apps to free up a bit of room. MacKeeper’s Smart Uninstaller can help you remove software with just a few clicks, making sure that they’re completely deleted from your system safely, with no unnecessary files left behind.
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- Download MacKeeper and follow the on-screen instructions to install it.
- Open the app on your Mac.
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- Click Start Scan.
- Choose the apps you want to remove and click Remove Selected.
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Can you play Roblox on MacBook
Yes, you can play Roblox on a MacBook—whether you have a MacBook Air or Pro, the game should work. You can also play Roblox on an iMac, Mac mini, and other Apple computers. It even runs on iOS, if you want to play Roblox on your iPad or iPhone.
To make Roblox work on Mac, you must be running OS 10.13 High Sierra or higher. You’ll also need a reliable internet connection of at least 4-8 Mb/s. If you can’t meet those requirements, don’t worry. There are lots of other free Mac games available.
How to download and run Roblox on Mac
It’s easy to make Roblox work on Mac. Simply follow these steps:
- Download and install the Roblox player—you’ll do this by going to the Roblox website, choosing a game and clicking Play.
- Launch the Roblox player in your web browser.
- Start playing!
I’ll explain all of these steps in more detail below. But first, before you start to install Roblox on Mac, I’d recommend that you free up some storage space.
You can clear space on Mac by uninstalling apps that you don’t use. MacKeeper’s Smart Uninstaller can help you find and remove software completely, making sure that there’s no leftover files.
To uninstall apps on your Mac:
- Open MacKeeper and choose Smart Uninstaller.
- Click Start Scan.
- When the scan is complete, click Applications and choose which you want to uninstall.
- Click Remove Selected.
1. Install the Roblox Player
If you’ve ever used Steam for Mac, the Roblox player is similar. It’s an app that you can use to access multiple games—and it’s very easy to install and use.
Firstly, you’ll need to go to the Roblox website and either sign up or log in.
Next, install Roblox on Mac by following these steps:
- On the Roblox website, click on an experience.
- Click the green Play button.
- Select Download and install Roblox. This will start the Roblox download on Mac.
- Open the installer, and double-click on RobloxPlayerInstaller.app.
- Confirm that you want to Open the app—it’ll now install.
2. Launch the player via the browser
Now you’ve downloaded Roblox on Mac, you can launch the player:
- In your web browser, choose a game, and click the Play button.
- If this is your first time making Roblox run on Mac, you may need to confirm that you want to launch the player.
3. Play a game
The Roblox app should now open and connect you to your chosen game!
How to play Roblox on Mac without download
Do you want to play Roblox on Mac without downloading the player? Maybe you’re running low on system space, or you don’t have permission to install apps on your computer.
You can play Roblox on Mac without downloading a player. It’s not an official solution—there’s no way to do it through the Roblox website. But you can use a third-party site to play in your browser. Visit the now.gg website, log in, choose your game, and start playing!
How to play Roblox with a controller on Mac
If you have a Bluetooth controller, you can use it to play Roblox on Mac.
To play Roblox on Mac with a controller:
- Turn on your Bluetooth controller, and go to Apple menu > System Settings.
- Click Bluetooth in the sidebar, and make sure that your controller is in pairing mode—if you’re using a PS5 controller, you’ll need to press the PS button and the Share button until the light bar flashes.
- Find your controller in the list of nearby devices, move your cursor over it, and click Connect.
You should now be able to use your controller when playing Roblox on Mac.
How to get Roblox full screen on Mac
I prefer to play games in full screen. This way, I’m not distracted by anything else happening on my screen, and I can see what’s going on more clearly.
Fortunately, it’s really easy to run Roblox on Mac in full screen mode. Simply press Fn+F on your keyboard. If you want to exit full screen, press Fn+F again.
How to make Roblox run better on Mac
Are you having problems with making Roblox run on Mac? Firstly, ask yourself whether your computer is working well when you’re using other software. You might want to try our tips for how to make Mac faster.
However, if your Mac is running well, and you just want to improve performance in Roblox, there are a few things you can try to fix the issue.
Lower the graphics level in Roblox:
- While you’re playing in an experience, press the Esc key to launch the menu, and click Settings.
- Scroll down to the Graphics options. Under Graphics Mode, turn the option from Automatic to Manual, and lower the graphics quality if necessary. Then press Esc again to resume your game.
Check your network connection:
- Go to Apple menu > System Settings.
- Choose Network from the sidebar.
- Look at your internet connection—depending on how you’re connected, it might be labeled as Wi-Fi or Ethernet. If it shows a green dot, your connection is good—if the dot is yellow, red, or gray, there may be a problem with your connection.
Close other apps that are using memory:
- Press Command+Q when you’re in an app to close it.
- To force close an app that’s not responding, press Command+Option+Escape to launch the Force Quit window.
Conclusion
It’s easy to get Roblox on Mac. Whether you want to install it for yourself or your kids, you can get the game up and running within minutes.
If you’re unable to make Roblox run on Mac, it’s worth checking whether you have enough storage space. You can free up more space by uninstalling unused applications—MacKeeper’s Smart Uninstaller can help you find and delete software quickly and easily.