Ever felt the Force calling you to play “Star Wars: The Old Republic” on your Mac but didn’t know how? You’re in the right place. Let’s embark on this epic journey together, step-by-step, to get SWTOR running smoothly on your macOS. Ready? Let’s do this!
Minimum Requirements
Before we start, let’s make sure your Mac is up to the task. You’ll need at least macOS High Sierra. Don’t worry, if your system isn’t compatible, the script will safely exit. Now, let’s get into the nitty-gritty.
Step-by-Step Installation Guide
1. Add Terminal to Accessibility
First things first, we need to give Terminal the green light to do its magic. Follow these steps:
- Click the (Apple icon) in the top-left corner.
- Go to System Preferences -> Security & Privacy -> Accessibility.
- Unlock the settings by clicking the lock icon and then add Terminal to the list.
2. Open Terminal
Next, let’s fire up Terminal. Navigate to Applications -> Utilities -> Terminal and open it. Ready to type some commands?
3. Install Command Line Tools or Xcode
If you haven’t already, you’ll need to install Command Line Tools (CLT) or Xcode. Type this command in Terminal:
bashKopier kodexcode-select --install
Easy, right?
4. Install Homebrew
Homebrew is our next stop. It’s like a super handy toolbox for your Mac. Install it by copying and pasting this command in Terminal:
bashKopier kode/bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/HEAD/install.sh)"
5. Install Rosetta 2 (For macOS Higher Than Mojave)
Using macOS Catalina or newer? You’ll need Rosetta 2. Install it with this command:
bashKopier kode/usr/sbin/softwareupdate --install-rosetta
6. Start the SWTOR On Mac Installation Process
Now, for the main event. Start the installation process by pasting this command in Terminal:
bashKopier kodecurl -s https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AgentRG/swtor_on_mac/master/install.sh | bash
7. Wine or CrossOver Installation
The script knows what’s best for your macOS version:
- High Sierra or Mojave: It will download Wine 6.0.2.
- Catalina or higher: It will download CrossOver 21.
8. Install SWTOR with Existing Wine/Wine32on64
Already have Wine/Wine32on64 installed? No problem. Just run this script:
bashKopier kodecurl -s https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AgentRG/swtor_on_mac/master/install_swtor.sh | bash
WARNING: Ensure you have the correct Wine version installed for your macOS.
9. Follow the SWTOR Setup Installation Process
Follow the installation steps and opt for express installation. But, do not start the launcher just yet.
10. SWTOR.app Creation
Look at your desktop. You’ll find a shiny new SWTOR.app there. This app acts like a Windows .exe file.
11. Troubleshooting the Launcher
If the launcher doesn’t appear after a minute, don’t panic. Just type this command in Terminal to kill any stuck Wine processes:
bashKopier kodeWINEPREFIX=~/"SWTOR On Mac" wineserver -k
12. Finalize the Installation
The initial launcher will restart a few times to install updates. Once it stops, log into your account. Don’t click the play button just yet. Wait a few seconds for the game to start downloading. It’s about 70GB, so grab a coffee and relax.
Conclusion
And that’s it! You’re now ready to dive into the galaxy far, far away from your Mac. Next time you want to play, just double-click the shortcut on your desktop. May the Force be with you!
