If you are using an Intel Mac with a T2 security chip, you need to change the boot security in order to be able to boot on an external media (SD card or USB key).
Command (⌘) + R
.Tools
> Boot Security Tool
.No security
and Allow booting from external media
options and close the window.Option (⌥)
key and once you have the available drives displayed on your screen, select EFI Boot
.Enjoy the game!