vcmi/docs/players/Installation_macOS.md

Installation macOS

Step 1: Download and install VCMI

• The latest release (recommended):
  • manually: https://github.com/vcmi/vcmi/releases/latest
  • via Homebrew: brew install --cask --no-quarantine vcmi/vcmi/vcmi
• Daily builds (might be unstable)
  • Intel (x86_64) builds: https://builds.vcmi.download/branch/develop/macOS/intel
  • Apple Silicon (arm64) builds: https://builds.vcmi.download/branch/develop/macOS/arm

If the app doesn't open, right-click the app bundle - select Open menu item - press Open button. You may also need to allow running it in System Settings - Privacy & Security.

Please report about gameplay problem on forums: Help & Bugs Make sure to specify what hardware and macOS version you use.

Step 2: Installing Heroes III data files

Step 2.a: Installing data files with GOG offline installer

If you bought HoMM3 on GOG, you can download the files directly from the browser and install them in the launcher. Select the .bin file first, then the .exe file. This may take a few seconds. Please be patient.

Step 2.b: Installing by the classic way

1. Find a way to unpack Windows Heroes III or GOG installer. For example, use vcmibuilder script inside app bundle or install the game with CrossOver or Kegworks.
2. Place or symlink Data, Maps and Mp3 directories from Heroes III to:~/Library/Application\ Support/vcmi/