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Wine vs XIV on Mac: catalog facts
Wine	XIV on Mac
Free Free and open source.	Free Free and open source; the game itself requires its own purchase and subscription.
macOS, Linux	macOS
Runs Windows programs without a Windows licence or virtual machine Works on Linux, macOS and BSD	One-click Dalamud plugin setup ReShade support with many effects
Not every Windows program works, and some need manual tweaks Configuration can be fiddly for newcomers	Only for Final Fantasy XIV Unofficial client, so game updates can break plugins until patched
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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