Games like Jet Set Willy on Mac
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Jet Set Willy (1984) run on Mac. The cheapest is Environmental Station Alpha at € 9,99. All of them are made by independent developers.
Mac support for classics is patchier than PC, and Apple's move away from 32-bit software broke a lot of older re-releases. What works well: games sold through Steam or GOG with native Apple Silicon builds, cross-platform open-source engine ports, and browser-based versions. Many remaining gaps can be closed with an emulator or a compatibility layer.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
Hollow Knight Indie
€ 14,99An indie metroidvania with a vast interconnected map and demanding platforming to explore.
Hollow Knight is also an alternative to 2 other classics
Hollow Knight runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
La-Mulana Indie
€ 14,99A cryptic, room-by-room exploration platformer full of hidden switches and unfair traps, in the best way.
La-Mulana runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Environmental Station Alpha Indie
€ 9,99An indie exploration platformer with a sprawling map and retro aesthetic in Jet Set Willy's spirit.
Environmental Station Alpha is also an alternative to 1 other classic
Environmental Station Alpha runs on PC, Mac. Not available on Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on Mac
These alternatives to Jet Set Willy are listed on the main page, but do not run on Mac:
All 4 games like Jet Set Willy