Installing Valorant on a MacBook Pro M1 can be a bit more complicated compared to installing it on an Intel-based Mac. This is because the M1 chip uses ARM architecture, which is different from the x86 architecture used by Intel processors. As of now, Riot Games has not released an official version of Valorant for ARM-based Macs. However, there is a workaround that you can try.
Please note that the following method involves using a virtualization software called Parallels Desktop to run Windows on your MacBook Pro M1. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to install Valorant on your MacBook Pro M1:
1. Download and install Parallels Desktop: Visit the Parallels website and download the latest version of Parallels Desktop for Mac. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
2. Create a virtual machine: Open Parallels Desktop and click on the “+” button to create a new virtual machine. Choose the option to install Windows from an image file or DVD and select the Windows 10 ISO file.
3. Install Windows: Follow the prompts to install Windows 10 on the virtual machine. Make sure to allocate enough resources (RAM, CPU cores, etc.) to ensure smooth performance.
4. Install Valorant: Once Windows is installed, open the Microsoft Store or visit the Valorant website to download and install the game. You may need to sign in with a Microsoft account to access the Microsoft Store.
5. Launch Valorant: After the installation is complete, launch Valorant and sign in with your Riot Games account. You should now be able to play the game on your MacBook Pro M1.
While this method allows you to play Valorant on your MacBook Pro M1, it’s important to note that performance may not be as optimal as on a native Windows installation or an Intel-based Mac. The M1 chip’s performance in virtualized environments can vary, and you may experience some limitations or compatibility issues.
It’s worth mentioning that Riot Games may release an official version of Valorant for ARM-based Macs in the future. In that case, you would be able to install and play the game without the need for virtualization software.
I hope this guide helps you install Valorant on your MacBook Pro M1. Good luck and enjoy gaming!