Probably Stolen Mac Install Guide

The Steam store lists Windows 10/11, a GTX 650 Ti and 8GB RAM as the minimum. It does not list macOS. That is the first fact to accept: every method below is a workaround, not a port.

This guide covers the three realistic options, the install order, the mod path and the things that commonly break.

Option 1: CrossOver

CrossOver is the most reliable option for a non-technical user. It is paid, but it handles the Windows runtime, Steam and the game's dependencies without you editing config files.

What you need

• An Apple Silicon or Intel Mac that meets the game's practical requirements.
• macOS 13 or newer (check CrossOver's current requirements).
• A CrossOver licence.
• A Windows Steam account that owns the game.
• About 10GB of free disk space for the bottle, Steam and the game.

Install order

1. Install CrossOver.
2. Create a new bottle. Choose Windows 10 64-bit (or Windows 11 if offered).
3. Install Steam into the bottle from CrossOver's install menu.
4. Launch Steam inside the bottle and sign in.
5. Install Probably Stolen from your library.
6. Launch the game once to let it create its save folder.
7. Set the bottle to use the Mac's GPU and enough RAM in CrossOver's settings.

If the game launches to a black screen, try windowed mode, disable overlays, and check the CrossOver compatibility database for the current game build. The game is new; compatibility reports are still accumulating.

Option 2: Whisky

Whisky is a free wrapper built on Apple's Game Porting Toolkit. It works on Apple Silicon and is popular because it is simple. The catch: the project is no longer actively developed, so new macOS versions can break it.

Install order

1. Download Whisky from its official site.
2. Create a bottle. Choose Windows 10.
3. Install Steam inside the bottle.
4. Sign in and install the game.
5. Launch the game and test the first scene before you invest time in a run.

Whisky's performance is often close to CrossOver on Apple Silicon, but compatibility is less predictable. If the game crashes on launch, try a different Wine/Proton version in the bottle settings, or switch to CrossOver.

Option 3: a Windows virtual machine

Parallels, VMware Fusion or UTM can run a Windows 11 VM on a Mac. This is the most compatible option and the least efficient: the game runs inside a virtual GPU, so expect lower frame rates and higher battery drain.

Use this option if:

• You already own a Windows licence and Parallels.
• You need mod tools that only run on Windows.
• CrossOver and Whisky both fail.

Do not use a VM for a long playthrough unless you have a fast Mac and a lot of RAM. The game is a shop sim, not a shooter, but the station scene is busy.

Which option should you pick?

If you want the least troubleshooting, buy CrossOver. If you want free and you are comfortable with a discontinued tool, try Whisky. If both fail, use a VM.

Mods on Mac

The game's mod system is Windows-native, but it works inside the wrapper because the wrapper is a Windows environment. The mods folder sits next to the game executable.

Typical path inside a bottle:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Probably Stolen\Mods

Or, for a Steam library on another drive:

<library>\steamapps\common\Probably Stolen\Mods

Each mod is a folder containing manifest.xml and the mod's DLLs. Enable mods in the main-menu Mods panel, then restart the game. The 1.0.0.6 Modding Security Update changed the modding system; older mods may need an update before they load.

To reach the folder from macOS, use CrossOver's Open C: Drive command or Whisky's bottle directory. Do not edit files while the game is running.

Mod compatibility notes

• Native mods (the current Workshop format) are the safest.
• Demo-era mods are likely incompatible.
• Mods that patch the same function can conflict; install one at a time.
• Save-editor mods may write files outside the mod folder; back up saves first.

The modding basics guide explains the manifest and folder structure. The best mods guide ranks the current Workshop picks.

Saves on Mac

The save folder is inside the Windows bottle, usually under:

C:\Users\<name>\AppData\LocalLow\Questing Goose Studio\Probably Stolen

The exact folder name depends on the build; search the bottle for Probably Stolen if it is not there. Back up the whole folder before you change wrappers.

Cloud saves may work through Steam, but do not rely on them as your only backup. Copy the folder to macOS before you update CrossOver, Whisky or macOS.

The save editor guide covers the save format and the risks of editing.

Known issues

• Black screen on launch: try windowed mode, disable the Steam overlay, and update the wrapper.
• Controller not detected: the game's controller support is limited; use keyboard and mouse.
• Mods not loading: check the manifest, the game version and the 1.0.0.6 security changes.
• Performance drops in the store: lower the resolution and disable overlays; the bottle shares the Mac's GPU.
• Audio crackle: change the bottle's audio driver or reduce the sample rate.

None of these is an official fix. The developer supports Windows; Mac issues are community territory.

Is a Mac version coming?

There is no announced Mac version. The store lists Windows only, and the developer's public communication has not promised a macOS port. Treat any "Mac version" video as a wrapper tutorial unless it shows a native build.

If a native version is announced, this page will be updated. Until then, the wrapper is the only route.

A PC setup inside a compatibility layer; the game itself has no native Mac build.

FAQ

Does Probably Stolen run on Mac?

There is no native Mac build. Use CrossOver, Whisky or a Windows VM.

Which wrapper is best?

CrossOver is the paid, best-supported route. Whisky is free but discontinued.

Do mods work on Mac?

Yes, inside the bottle, if the mod supports the Windows build and 1.0.0.6.

Sources and version notes

• Steam store system requirements, checked 2 November 2026: Windows only.
• CrossOver and Whisky product documentation for the install steps.
• Community Mac install reports from the Steam guide list and Reddit; individual results vary.
• The game's 1.0.0.6 modding changes affect mod installation inside any wrapper.
• Build 1.0.0.6. No native Mac support.

Official source: CrossOver ↗ · Whisky ↗ · Steam guides ↗, checked 2 November 2026.