Since AA2 was never released for macOS, you must use a tool that translates Windows commands into Mac-compatible ones. 1. Choose Your Translation Tool

  • Similar to Parallels but free. Performance slightly worse for 3D.
  • AA2 playable on ARM Windows with software rendering or limited DX11 support.
  • Not recommended for smooth adult animations or large class sizes.

The most popular way to play AA2 on Mac is through a compatibility layer like or its polished, paid version, CodeWeavers CrossOver How it works:

Artificial Academy 2 for Mac is available for a one-time purchase price of $299.99. There are no subscription fees or additional costs.

Option C — Windows VM (Parallels/VMware/VirtualBox)

Benefits of Using AA2 on Mac