Administrator Updated on March 31, 2023 Mac was never considered a computer for gaming. Yet many Mac users play games like Minecraft and Fortnite on their devices. After apple services offered a monthly subscription to play hundreds of Arcade games on Mac or any other Apple device, more people are playing and enjoying games on Mac.
What is a Fortnite Game?
Fortnite is one of the most popular survival games where 100 players SkyDrive onto a small island and fight against each other in player vs player combat to be the last one standing. The game is very addictive and is considered too intense for the kids.
Connecting Controller to Mac
If you are one of those Mac gamers, you can try to play these video games with a PS4 controller instead of using a keyboard and mouse. Connecting the PS4 controller to your Mac to play Fortnite can be easier than you think about it. If you are interested to know, go through this article, and you will find each and every step to connecting the PS4 controller to Mac to play Fortnite.
Wired connection of PS4 controller to Mac
Before connecting the PS4 controller to your Mac:
- Install the DS4 Windows software.
- Connect your PS4 controller to your Mac using a USB cable when the software is already installed.
- Go to the DS4 Windows and open the "controller" tab. You will find the PS4 controller as an input device in the controller tab.
Wireless connection of PS4 controller to Mac
You can also connect your PS4 controller to Mac wirelessly. Here is how to do it.
- On your PS4 controller, there are two buttons PlayStation and Compartir. Press both buttons to put the PS4 controller into a pairing mode.
- Now go to your computer and search for Bluetooth. From the drop-down menu of the Bluetooth icon, click and open Bluetooth settings.
- Search for the PS4 wireless connection in the Bluetooth devices list and tap on connect.
- Your PS4 controller will be connected to Mac.
Now that your PS4 controller is connected to your Mac, you can enjoy playing Fortnite and other Arcade games on your Mac.
Connect Xbox one controller to Mac
Like the PS4 controller, you can easily connect the Xbox one controller to Mac. Follow the steps below to learn how to connect it.
- Turn on your Xbox One controller and press the pair button on the top of your controller. Release the button when you see the Xbox logo starts blinking.
- After that, open the Bluetooth settings of your computer and locate the Xbox one device under the Bluetooth devices list.
- Tap on connect, and the Xbox One controller will be connected to your Mac.
Can a Mac run Fortnite?
The answer is "YES" MacBook can run Fortnite, and installing Fortnite on your Mac is not difficult. Generally, Fortnite occupies 9.4 GB for its download and 20 GB of space to install it on your Mac.
What to do if your controller fails to connect?
If your controller fails to connect with the Mac, you first have to keep it away from the play station or Xbox consoles. Make sure to recharge it fully. Turn off and on your controller, and then reconnect it with your Mac. When connected, enjoy the best Arcade video games on your Mac.
