Since Stranded Deep is a Windows-only game on Steam, you’ll need to run it via:
Stranded Deep offers a beautiful, terrifying sandbox. Whether you are playing on a powerful Mac Studio or a portable MacBook, the horizon is waiting. Just watch out for the sharks.
Stay Hydrated: Build a Water Still as fast as possible; coconuts will only last you so long.
The most straightforward way to play is through Steam. Stranded Deep has a native macOS version, meaning you do not need complex workarounds or emulators to get it running.