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If you’re in the mood to relax with some Mac gaming this weekend, take a look at our quick guide to some of the best games available for the Mac platform…
The Sims 3
www.ea.com
You can create your very own world with its own inhabitants in the third instalment of this addictive reality series. You have the option to customise your Sim and fulfil their destiny across the massive, customisable landscape.
£39.95
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3
www.ea.com
Fight against the Soviet Union in this updated and much improved release of the classic wartime strategy franchise. Build your armies and crush your opposition with a variety of different units and strategic tactics.
£34.95
Civilization IV: Beyond The Sword
www.aspyr.com
This add-on to the popular Civilization series adds new scenarios, leaders and units, and focuses on the later stages of your empire. Found corporations or begin a game in a later era to get right into the modern-day action.
£19.96
X-Plane 9
www.graphsim.com
As close to flying as sitting in the cockpit, this impressive simulation flight game allows you to fly more than 40 different aircraft across worldwide locations. Communicate with air traffic control, plot your flight and deal with some extreme weather conditions.
£49.95
Guitar Hero: World Tour
www.redoctane.com
Included with this musical package is a USB guitar controller that connects to your Mac and provides a unique way to play this award-winning game. You can play popular songs, trying to hit as many notes as possible, with the pros or your friends.
£69.95
