Moonlight for Mac

What Moonlight Provides

Moonlight is an open, no-cost GameStream client built for macOS. It lets you play games hosted on a PC with an NVIDIA GeForce GPU by streaming the gameplay to your Mac. The app is designed to deliver high-quality visuals and low-latency input by leveraging NVIDIA’s GameStream protocol.

Main Advantages

• Streams both full-screen games and individual desktop applications for more than just gaming.
• Offers configurable resolutions and frame rates so you can adapt to bandwidth limits or visual preferences.
• Completely free to use, with no subscription required.
• Presents a straightforward setup and an intuitive interface to get you started quickly.

Quick Setup Tips

• Ensure the host PC has a supported NVIDIA GeForce GPU and that GameStream is enabled in the GeForce Experience settings.
• Connect both machines to the same network for the best performance, or configure your router for remote access if you need to play over the internet.
• Adjust resolution and frame rate inside Moonlight if you notice lag or stuttering until you find the best balance for your connection.

When to Choose a Different Tool

If you need additional network controls or want to limit bandwidth for specific apps, consider an alternative solution.

Suggested Substitute

TripMode (Free) — useful for managing and restricting internet access per app, which can help preserve bandwidth for game streaming or other priority tasks.