TouchDesigner
Apple Silicon version latest seen at v2025.32820 · Reported by 5 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (5):
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TouchDesigner is a professional node-based visual programming environment for real-time graphics, multimedia, and interactive installations, developed by Derivative. It is used by artists, performers, designers, and technologists to build interactive experiences, live visuals, projection mapping, generative art, and immersive environments. The software combines a network-based editing interface with support for 3D graphics, video processing, audio analysis, and custom scripting via Python and GLSL. A native Apple Silicon build has been confirmed running on Macs in the Rosetta Check community.
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1 suggestionTouchDesigner has shipped native Apple Silicon builds since version 2022.24200 (released May 2022), and Derivative continues to update and optimize the native version actively. To upgrade from the Intel build to the native version, visit the Derivative download page at derivative.ca/download and download the macOS installer labelled "Apple Silicon" (the filename will include "arm64" for identification). Simply install over your existing TouchDesigner installation — your projects and settings will carry over without any manual migration. The native build delivers noticeably faster performance and better battery life on M-series Macs compared to the Rosetta-translated Intel version. If you prefer to check for updates from within TouchDesigner itself, the built-in update mechanism will offer you the native build once you are on a recent version.
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