Mac Special Edition

The features discussed here may be implemented in future issues and are subject to change before release.

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Mac Special Edition

Overview

Mac Special Edition was made possible using TransGaming's Cider Portability Engine, which acts as a "wrapper" around the Game Client, enabling it to run seamlessly on Intel-based Macs running Mac OS X.

TransGaming, Inc., is a leader in the development of unique software portability products that facilitate the deployment of games across multiple platforms. TransGaming's portability technologies significantly reduce the time-to-market for and costs associated with multi-platform game releases.

November 7, 2008, saw the beginning of the Mac Client's closed beta testing. [1]

How to Install

• Download the DMG file: [link goes here] [2]
• Double-click the DMG file to "mount" it (it acts like its own little hard drive) [3]
• Double-click the disk image to open it
• Drag the app to the Applications folder [4]
• After launching the app, it connects to the updater and downloads content, just like the Windows version.

Notes

• Buying the full edition comes with a free month of play; the related goodie pack (available separately in early 2009) does not.
• The client will be available at no extra cost (as a download) for anyone that has an active CoH Account. [5]
• Those who use the Mac Client will connect to the same servers as those connecting with the PC Client. [6]
• It is not actually a full client written natively for the Mac; it is a "wrapper" program like Wine and CrossOver, but more specialized.
• Purchasing the Mac Special Edition or the related goodie pack will unlock special items: [7]
  • Mission Teleporter
  • Valkyrie-themed costume set.

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  Mission Teleporter

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  Valkyrie Costume Set

See Also

• City of Heroes on Mac
• City of Heroes on Linux

External Links

• Mac Application Install/Uninstall
• Official News Release
• Sign up for the Mac Beta
• Pre-Order City of Macintosh
• TransGaming