I made a fully-fledged YouTube tutorial for installing this game for M1 Chip and Intel Chip Macs.
Why the app doesn't launch?
The reason the app does not launch is because the executable inside the .app file does not have execution permissions.
The second reason is because the .app is made by an untrusted developer.
In this video there is all of the steps in this comment section combined. I also run this on latest macOS and M1 Mac mini so you don't have to worry about compatibility issues, also because it's running through rosetta so it works for intel too.
To fix this, use the command Dani gave: "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine [app path]". App path is the full name of wherever you installed the game (for it, it was "/Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app"). So the full command was "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine /Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app".
Open Terminal in the download folder and type the above command, OR select the game file in Finder, go to Finder > Services > New Terminal at Folder, then type "cd ..; xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine 64Bit.app". After doing this, I was able to open the game like in Step 8 in https://itch.io/post/4880634 (at this step, it opens but shows no servers). Then I followed Steps 9-11 and opened from Steam - servers now show and I can play.
@Dani please fix red-light, green-light map for mac. I get black pixels/shaders when I play this exact map. Basically I cant really see anything, just the grass 3 feet around me. Especially in Desert map.
Did you replace Steam version? You need to install old CrabGames from Steam. Then replace it with your new version file (rename it “CrabGames”). File is in ~/Library/Application Support/Steam/common/steamapps/CrabGame.
Also make sure you run with Steam and keep it on in background.
I'm on Mac, and downloading the 64bit version, there's no option to open with The Unarchiver. I have it downloaded and open, but there is no open with option. I tried dragging the 64bit file into The Unarchiver but it says that the contents cannot be extracted with the unarchiver
I tried downloading the silicon version but the same thing happened
To fix this, I used the command Dani gave: "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine [app path]". App path is the full name of wherever you installed the game (for it, it was "/Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app"). So the full command was "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine /Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app".
Open Terminal in the download folder and type the above command, OR select the game file in Finder, go to Finder > Services > New Terminal at Folder, then type "cd ..; xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine 64Bit.app".
After doing this, I was able to open the game like in Step 8 in https://itch.io/post/4880634 (at this step, it opens but shows no servers). Then I followed Steps 9-11 and opened from Steam - servers now show and I can play.
Are you on Mac? You need to make the name of the app "CrabGame", copy it, then go to the Steam library folder (Finder toolbar > Go > Go to Folder > "~/Library/Application Support/Steam/steamapps/common/Crab Game" ), and paste it (replace old one). Then you need to run "Play" from Steam.
You need to have steam downloaded, running in the background, and the latest version of crab game installed on steam, play it once using Proton (google it) and then follow these instructions:
click this link to download steam api and extract the files into "CrabGame_Data/Plugins"
Next you need to go where the Actual thing you click on to play it is located (executable) and save a .txt file (text document) called steam_appid.txt with this number in it:
1782210
Now you need to attempt to run the game, if it fails, follow these instructions to allow the game to run on your mac.
Let me know if this works. I'm doing a youtube tutorial for the linux version check out my channel here.
im on mac silicon. i downloaded crab game on steam, but i cant join or create lobbies. i tried replacing the CrabGame file with the mac silicon one, yes the names of the files were both CrabGame. i also tried running this command in the ternimal "
so i tried to execute the command Dani provided (xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine [app path]) however, when executing it, this pops up: "xattr: No such file: 64bit.app" (this is the name the file had when i decompressed the zip file that you can download) can somone help me with this please?
When you type command in terminal, what folder are you in? (everything before $ when you type). It says this because it cant see the file in the current folder. You need right path. Or you’re accidentally INSIDE the app (which is basically just a ZIP) instead of its parent folder.
if someone need help join our discord its also for lobby codes cause there arent much players in normal public server mostly link - https://discord.gg/CpebmJrp
go to system preferences, security and privacy (general), and at the bottom there should be a small button that says open anyways or something like that
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where is it for system 32
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2na63nT32sa
version is outdated from itchio launcher, i get 1.3315 instead of 1.3323 on linux
Crab game on steam runs on Ubuntu/PopOS currently already if you use Wine and steamplay I believe. Runs fine with over 400+ fps on max settings lol
What's the proton version you use?
I tried to run it by proton experimental but it's working on 1 fps!🙃
Early response lol… Proton-6.3-7 works fine for me, 500+ fps max settings.
I tried 6.3 but the same problem happens :(
And I tried running the game just with wine and no problem happens but servers not working and I can't join/create any lobby
That’s strange.. Works fine over here with a GTX 1660ti with NVIDIA proprietary drivers.
Reposting tutorial steps for Mac
https://itch.io/post/4880634
Still works with 1.3323 for me on Mac Catalina 10.15.7.
game insta crashes after doing recommended stats to patch the app to make it run
i might just have an outdated mac however
iMac (21.5-inch, Mid 2011) running High Sierra 10.13.6
2.5 GHz Intel Core i5
4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3
AMD Radeon HD 6750M 512 MB
Anyone know how to fix the "Cannot be opened" error
the first comment tells how
https://itch.io/post/4880634 follow my guide
Does this work on mac version 10.12.6
no it doesnt
when i try to open crab game on mac 64bit, it says "impossible to open 64bit (cause the name is 64bit for some reason)" how do i fix this??
I made a fully-fledged YouTube tutorial for installing this game for M1 Chip and Intel Chip Macs.
Why the app doesn't launch?
In this video there is all of the steps in this comment section combined. I also run this on latest macOS and M1 Mac mini so you don't have to worry about compatibility issues, also because it's running through rosetta so it works for intel too.
Video link
My channel (plz subscribe)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFNcVX2bMaJOlLOIlMkL3Kg
Server browser doesn't work (for me) also yes i did that steam framework plugin thing
when i download it and open it, it says its damaged and cant be open
From this tutorial: https://itch.io/post/4880634
To fix this, use the command Dani gave: "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine [app path]". App path is the full name of wherever you installed the game (for it, it was "/Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app"). So the full command was "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine /Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app".
Open Terminal in the download folder and type the above command, OR select the game file in Finder, go to Finder > Services > New Terminal at Folder, then type "cd ..; xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine 64Bit.app". After doing this, I was able to open the game like in Step 8 in https://itch.io/post/4880634 (at this step, it opens but shows no servers). Then I followed Steps 9-11 and opened from Steam - servers now show and I can play.
when i click download 64 bit it comes up with the download screen but puts silicon and it does not allow me to choose a different option
Dani Plz reply to my email thanks
@Dani please fix red-light, green-light map for mac. I get black pixels/shaders when I play this exact map. Basically I cant really see anything, just the grass 3 feet around me. Especially in Desert map.
Linux Version is not needed because Proton ( v. 6.7-3 ) is fully working
( you only cant tab out )
Its rated with Gold on Protondb.com
doesnt work for me when i click play it just says running for 30 seconds and then crashes
64 bit MacOS doesn't work, even after using the command.
Did you replace Steam version? You need to install old CrabGames from Steam. Then replace it with your new version file (rename it “CrabGames”). File is in ~/Library/Application Support/Steam/common/steamapps/CrabGame.
Also make sure you run with Steam and keep it on in background.
update linux version its still old version
I'm on Mac, and downloading the 64bit version, there's no option to open with The Unarchiver. I have it downloaded and open, but there is no open with option. I tried dragging the 64bit file into The Unarchiver but it says that the contents cannot be extracted with the unarchiver
I tried downloading the silicon version but the same thing happened
Can you share a screenshot? Also what’s your version.
I can't join or create a game please help
same
on my computer it said it is damaged what do i d0
If Mac:
From this tutorial: https://itch.io/post/4880634
To fix this, I used the command Dani gave: "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine [app path]". App path is the full name of wherever you installed the game (for it, it was "/Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app"). So the full command was "xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine /Users/MY_USERNAME/Downloads/64Bit.app".
Open Terminal in the download folder and type the above command, OR select the game file in Finder, go to Finder > Services > New Terminal at Folder, then type "cd ..; xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine 64Bit.app". After doing this, I was able to open the game like in Step 8 in https://itch.io/post/4880634 (at this step, it opens but shows no servers). Then I followed Steps 9-11 and opened from Steam - servers now show and I can play.
Linux version is sadly outdated, so no servers show up right now :(
Why are no lobbies showing up? I did all the steps required
Are you on Mac? You need to make the name of the app "CrabGame", copy it, then go to the Steam library folder (Finder toolbar > Go > Go to Folder > "~/Library/Application Support/Steam/steamapps/common/Crab Game" ), and paste it (replace old one). Then you need to run "Play" from Steam.
This is Steps 9-11 in this install guide: https://itch.io/post/4880634
Also make sure it's 64Bit version. Some people having issues with Silicon even after installing.
the 64 bit version doesnt work for me cause it crashes after the unity screen
What's your macOS name and version? Apple Icon > About this Mac
im running monterey 12.0.1
does it work on mac big sur
If you're on Linux, it might be because the download is not the latest version. Servers will only show up with latest version (1.3323).
Is this only available on mac versions 10.3 and later? im on 2017 macbook and im unable to play
You need to have steam downloaded, running in the background, and the latest version of crab game installed on steam, play it once using Proton (google it) and then follow these instructions:
click this link to download steam api and extract the files into "CrabGame_Data/Plugins"
https://github.com/rlabrecque/Steamworks.NET/releases/download/15.0.1/Steamworks...
Next you need to go where the Actual thing you click on to play it is located (executable) and save a .txt file (text document) called steam_appid.txt with this number in it:
1782210
Now you need to attempt to run the game, if it fails, follow these instructions to allow the game to run on your mac.
Let me know if this works. I'm doing a youtube tutorial for the linux version check out my channel here.
Seems like proton is not supported by mac. Can you explain more about that part because it is super confusing.
Those instructions are for Linux. Follow this guys guide for Mac:
https://itch.io/post/4880634
You need Steam running for Voice to work. See steps in link. If its super laggy for you, make resolution smaller in game graphics settings.
Works for me on 10.15 (catalina). Not sure if older versions work. YMMV.
yea thank you for helping him I didn't know Proton didn't work for mac so I shouldn't have said anything.
No problem! Your instructions are super helpful for Linux. I hope the version gets updated.
update the linux version pls (i won't be using windows linux is my daily driver and it wouldn't change)
maybe try wine?
use proton
its because its an older version. Dani messed up and uploaded the older version.we need to wait for an update that is if you are on linux
im on mac silicon. i downloaded crab game on steam, but i cant join or create lobbies. i tried replacing the CrabGame file with the mac silicon one, yes the names of the files were both CrabGame. i also tried running this command in the ternimal "
xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine /Volumes/\(500GB\)/Games/steamapps/common/steamapps/common/Crab\ Game/CrabGame.app
"
i did that for both the offical mac silicon version and the version from steam. the version offical mac silicon version didn’t launch.
I dont have Silicon but lots of people with it are saying 64Bit one here works better. Try that one instead.
Steam version is outdated and will launch but not show any servers.
so i tried to execute the command Dani provided (xattr -dr com.apple.quarantine [app path]) however, when executing it, this pops up: "xattr: No such file: 64bit.app" (this is the name the file had when i decompressed the zip file that you can download) can somone help me with this please?
rename the file to something easier to type
When you type command in terminal, what folder are you in? (everything before $ when you type). It says this because it cant see the file in the current folder. You need right path. Or you’re accidentally INSIDE the app (which is basically just a ZIP) instead of its parent folder.
Yo why 64bit is marked as silicon like im clicking 64 and its marking it as silicon
Linux version works well after following the instructions posted below however version number is 1.3315.
Linux fix to get lobbies working:
appid is 1782210 (put this text into steam_appid.txt in the root dir alongside the game executable)
grab libsteam_api.so from
https://github.com/rlabrecque/Steamworks.NET/releases/download/15.0.1/Steamworks...
(this goes to 'CrabGameLinux_Data/Plugins/')
I can't join or create lobbys in the mac 64bit version. What do I do?
refer to my guide below it should help
He updates but its the same version???
does this work on high sierra (10.13)?
I don't know I am also on high sierra
if someone need help join our discord its also for lobby codes cause there arent much players in normal public server mostly link - https://discord.gg/CpebmJrp
It works but theres still not any lobbies i can join on mac 64 bit
i cant launch thhe gam plz help
how do i fix i dont have permision on opening it i am on mac catalina
go to system preferences, security and privacy (general), and at the bottom there should be a small button that says open anyways or something like that
why does it crash on mac
I downloaded to linux and everything is working but i cant find a match it is just loading.
Crab Game on Linux - cannot list lobbies and cannot connect to lobbies
Root cause is twofold:
missing 'CrabGameLinux_Data/Plugins/libsteam_api.so'
missing 'steam_appid.txt'
Solution:
appid is 1782210 (put this text into steam_appid.txt in the root dir alongside the game executable)
grab libsteam_api.so from
https://github.com/rlabrecque/Steamworks.NET/releases/download/15.0.1/Steamworks...
(this goes to 'CrabGameLinux_Data/Plugins/')
original comment --->Frantisek Veverka
how do i do that
Hi, what are you using instead of facepunch now?