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Best Shooter games on Mac
The 163 best Shooter games on Mac, ranked from 47,900 critic and player ratings.
The best Shooter game on Mac right now is Unreal Tournament, with a critic score of 100/100 — updated September 2026.
How this ranking is built
- Games are ranked on the aggregated critic score out of 100 imported from IGDB and Metacritic, never on Tier's own grades.
- A game only enters the ranking with at least 80 external ratings, so a single enthusiastic review never outranks a proven classic.
- Each game is ranked in one genre only, the one that defines it best, so the same title never tops two different genre charts.
- Community grades from F to S are shown next to every game, and only stated as a fact above 5 Tier ratings.
- Release window covered: 1970 to 2026.
- 50 games are listed on this page, carrying 47,900 ratings between them.
- Rankings are recomputed hourly; this one was last rebuilt on 28 September 2026.
Top 50
01
Unreal Tournament
Unreal Tournament is a first-person arena shooter video game developed by Epic Games and Digital Extremes. It was the second installment in the Unreal series. It is an arena first-person shooter, with head-to-head multiplayer deathmatches being the primary focus of the game. Other game modes include TDM. CTF, Assault, Domination, Last man Standing etc.
100
/100
02
S
Half-Life 2
1998. HALF-LIFE sends a shock through the game industry with its combination of pounding action and continuous, immersive storytelling. NOW. By taking the suspense, challenge and visceral charge of the original, and adding startling new realism and responsiveness, Half-Life 2 opens the door to a world where the player's presence affects everything around them, from the physical environment to the behaviors even the emotions of both friends and enemies.
96
/100
03
Half-Life
Half-Life is a 1998 first-person shooter (FPS) game developed by Valve Corporation and published by Sierra Studios for Windows. It was Valve's debut product and the first game in the Half-Life series. The player assumes the role of Gordon Freeman, a theoretical physicist who must escape from the Black Mesa Research Facility after it is overrun by aliens following a disastrous scientific experiment. Its gameplay consists of diverse combat, exploration and puzzles.
96
/100
Unreal Tournament
Unreal Tournament is a first-person arena shooter video game developed by Epic Games and Digital Extremes. It was the second installment in the Unreal series. It is an arena first-person shooter, with head-to-head multiplayer deathmatches being the primary focus of the game. Other game modes include TDM. CTF, Assault, Domination, Last man Standing etc.
100
/100
02
S
Half-Life 2
1998. HALF-LIFE sends a shock through the game industry with its combination of pounding action and continuous, immersive storytelling. NOW. By taking the suspense, challenge and visceral charge of the original, and adding startling new realism and responsiveness, Half-Life 2 opens the door to a world where the player's presence affects everything around them, from the physical environment to the behaviors even the emotions of both friends and enemies.
96
/100
03
Half-Life
Half-Life is a 1998 first-person shooter (FPS) game developed by Valve Corporation and published by Sierra Studios for Windows. It was Valve's debut product and the first game in the Half-Life series. The player assumes the role of Gordon Freeman, a theoretical physicist who must escape from the Black Mesa Research Facility after it is overrun by aliens following a disastrous scientific experiment. Its gameplay consists of diverse combat, exploration and puzzles.
96
/100
04
Half-Life 2: Update
A completely free and extensive community-developed update for Half-Life 2 featuring beautiful lighting, countless bug fixes, and a brand new Community Commentary Mode. With Half-Life 2: Update, there’s never been a better time to revisit City 17.
96
/100
05
S
Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 4 is a remake of the 2005 original Resident Evil 4 reimagined for 2023 to bring state-of-the-art survival horror. Resident Evil 4 preserves the essence of the original game, while introducing modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics to make this the latest survival horror game where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.
94
/100
06
The Orange Box
94
/100
07
S
BioShock Infinite
BioShock Infinite is the third game in the BioShock series. It is not a direct sequel/prequel to any of the previous BioShock games but takes place in an entirely different setting, although it shares similar features, gameplay and concepts with the previous games. BioShock Infinite features a range of environments that force the player to adapt, with different weapons and strategies for each situation. Interior spaces feature close combat with enemies, but unlike previous games set in Rapture, the setting of Infinite contains open spaces with emphasis on sniping and ranged combat against as many as fifteen enemies at once.
93
/100
08
C
Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
92
/100
09
Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30
Based on a true story. Set during the famous airdrop before the invasion at Normandy, where Sgt. Matt Baker and his squad of 101st Airborne Paratroopers were scattered over the French countryside. As the story unfolds, you must choose between the success of your mission and the lives of your men - your brothers in arms. Brothers In Arms: Road to Hill 30 will immerse players in the historic, eight-day invasion of Normandy - with unparalleled imagery, authenticity, sound, and gameplay. One of a kind: Brothers In Arms Road to Hill 30 is the only first-person tactical shooter set in WWII. Real military tactics: Intuitive and easy-to-use squad controls appeal to both the hardcore and mainstream gaming audience. Real soldiers: Featuring a cast of more than 20 characters, each with a unique personality, appearance, and style. Revolutionary AI system: Allies and enemies use the standard operating procedures of fire and maneuver to flank and kill their foes. Unprecedented authenticity: Historically accurate and detailed battlefields, events, and equipment re-created from Army Signal Corps photos, aerial reconnaissance imagery, and eyewitness accounts. Innovative multiplayer: Players command three-man AI teams in a battle of wits and skill to accomplish exciting objectives. Award-winning team: Gearbox Software, creators of Half-Life Opposing Force and developers of James Bond: Nightfire, Counter-Strike, and Halo (PC).
92
/100
10
A
Resident Evil 2
Resident Evil 2 is a remake of 1998's Resident Evil 2. The game was not developed with the intent of improving the original, but rather a reimagining of the original story with redesigned maps, characters and story elements. Gameplay mechanics are more similar to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard though with the use of an over-the-shoulder camera.
91
/100
11
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault
91
/100
12
No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.'s Way
91
/100
13
Half-Life 2: Episode Two
90
/100
14
Ultimate Doom
90
/100
15
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay
90
/100
16
The Orange Box
90
/100
17
Dusk
90
/100
18
Max Payne 3
89
/100
19
Left 4 Dead
89
/100
20
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast
89
/100
21
Battlefield 1942
89
/100
22
S
Left 4 Dead 2
89
/100
23
Counter-Strike
88
/100
24
Counter-Strike: Source
88
/100
25
Unreal Tournament 2004
88
/100
26
S
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
88
/100
27
Warsow
88
/100
28
S
Rise of the Tomb Raider
87
/100
29
Half-Life 2: Episode One
87
/100
30
Call of Duty: United Offensive
87
/100
31
Commandos 2: Men of Courage
87
/100
32
Halo: Combat Evolved
87
/100
33
Call of Duty
87
/100
34
Quake III Arena
87
/100
35
A
Hotline Miami
86
/100
36
S
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
86
/100
37
Doom 3
86
/100
38
Unreal Tournament 2003
86
/100
39
B
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
85
/100
40
S
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
85
/100
41
Clive Barker's Undying
85
/100
42
Aliens Versus Predator 2
85
/100
43
Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance
85
/100
44
SuperHot
85
/100
45
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell
85
/100
46
Call of Duty 2
84
/100
47
Doom II: Hell on Earth
84
/100
48
Brothers in Arms: Earned in Blood
84
/100
49
Unreal Tournament 2003
83
/100
50
A
Hitman
83
/100
Half-Life 2: Update
A completely free and extensive community-developed update for Half-Life 2 featuring beautiful lighting, countless bug fixes, and a brand new Community Commentary Mode. With Half-Life 2: Update, there’s never been a better time to revisit City 17.
96
/100
05
S
Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 4 is a remake of the 2005 original Resident Evil 4 reimagined for 2023 to bring state-of-the-art survival horror. Resident Evil 4 preserves the essence of the original game, while introducing modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics to make this the latest survival horror game where life and death, terror and catharsis intersect.
94
/100
06
The Orange Box
94
/100
07
S
BioShock Infinite
BioShock Infinite is the third game in the BioShock series. It is not a direct sequel/prequel to any of the previous BioShock games but takes place in an entirely different setting, although it shares similar features, gameplay and concepts with the previous games. BioShock Infinite features a range of environments that force the player to adapt, with different weapons and strategies for each situation. Interior spaces feature close combat with enemies, but unlike previous games set in Rapture, the setting of Infinite contains open spaces with emphasis on sniping and ranged combat against as many as fifteen enemies at once.
93
/100
08
C
Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
92
/100
09
Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30
Based on a true story. Set during the famous airdrop before the invasion at Normandy, where Sgt. Matt Baker and his squad of 101st Airborne Paratroopers were scattered over the French countryside. As the story unfolds, you must choose between the success of your mission and the lives of your men - your brothers in arms. Brothers In Arms: Road to Hill 30 will immerse players in the historic, eight-day invasion of Normandy - with unparalleled imagery, authenticity, sound, and gameplay. One of a kind: Brothers In Arms Road to Hill 30 is the only first-person tactical shooter set in WWII. Real military tactics: Intuitive and easy-to-use squad controls appeal to both the hardcore and mainstream gaming audience. Real soldiers: Featuring a cast of more than 20 characters, each with a unique personality, appearance, and style. Revolutionary AI system: Allies and enemies use the standard operating procedures of fire and maneuver to flank and kill their foes. Unprecedented authenticity: Historically accurate and detailed battlefields, events, and equipment re-created from Army Signal Corps photos, aerial reconnaissance imagery, and eyewitness accounts. Innovative multiplayer: Players command three-man AI teams in a battle of wits and skill to accomplish exciting objectives. Award-winning team: Gearbox Software, creators of Half-Life Opposing Force and developers of James Bond: Nightfire, Counter-Strike, and Halo (PC).
92
/100
10
A
Resident Evil 2
Resident Evil 2 is a remake of 1998's Resident Evil 2. The game was not developed with the intent of improving the original, but rather a reimagining of the original story with redesigned maps, characters and story elements. Gameplay mechanics are more similar to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard though with the use of an over-the-shoulder camera.
91
/100
11
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault
91
/100
12
No One Lives Forever 2: A Spy in H.A.R.M.'s Way
91
/100
13
Half-Life 2: Episode Two
90
/100
14
Ultimate Doom
90
/100
15
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay
90
/100
16
The Orange Box
90
/100
17
Dusk
90
/100
18
Max Payne 3
89
/100
19
Left 4 Dead
89
/100
20
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast
89
/100
21
Battlefield 1942
89
/100
22
S
Left 4 Dead 2
89
/100
23
Counter-Strike
88
/100
24
Counter-Strike: Source
88
/100
25
Unreal Tournament 2004
88
/100
26
S
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
88
/100
27
Warsow
88
/100
28
S
Rise of the Tomb Raider
87
/100
29
Half-Life 2: Episode One
87
/100
30
Call of Duty: United Offensive
87
/100
31
Commandos 2: Men of Courage
87
/100
32
Halo: Combat Evolved
87
/100
33
Call of Duty
87
/100
34
Quake III Arena
87
/100
35
A
Hotline Miami
86
/100
36
S
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
86
/100
37
Doom 3
86
/100
38
Unreal Tournament 2003
86
/100
39
B
Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
85
/100
40
S
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
85
/100
41
Clive Barker's Undying
85
/100
42
Aliens Versus Predator 2
85
/100
43
Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance
85
/100
44
SuperHot
85
/100
45
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell
85
/100
46
Call of Duty 2
84
/100
47
Doom II: Hell on Earth
84
/100
48
Brothers in Arms: Earned in Blood
84
/100
49
Unreal Tournament 2003
83
/100
50
A
Hitman
83
/100
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Shooter game on Mac?
Unreal Tournament currently tops the ranking with a score of 100/100 across 279 ratings. Ranking updated September 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.