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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Updates for Japanese Rural Life Adventure, Crayola Adventures, Asphalt 8+, Jetpack Joyride, and More Are Out Now

Apple Arcade introduces new games and updates, including collaborations and additional features. [ more ]

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The New April 2024 Apple Arcade Games Including Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop Are Now Available Alongside Updates for Hello Kitty, Cypher 007, & More

New Apple Arcade games launched in April 2024.

Updates include Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Super Monsters Ate My Condo+, Sago Mini Trips+, Crayola Create and Play+, Cypher 007, Zookeeper World, Hello Kitty Island Adventure. [ more ]

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Games are more important to Apple than ever': what's next for Apple Arcade?

Apple Arcade offers premium ad-free mobile games in a subscription service, providing an alternative to the dominant free-to-play model. [ more ]

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Amanita Design's Former Apple Arcade Exclusive 'Pilgrims' Is Coming to iOS and Android as a Standalone Release Tomorrow

Amanita Design's game Pilgrims is returning as a free-to-start release on iOS and Android after leaving Apple Arcade. [ more ]

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Former Apple Arcade Title 'Slash Quest!' Available Now on Android, iOS Re-Release Coming May 2nd with Pre-Orders Live Now

The popular Apple Arcade game Slash Quest is returning to mobile platforms like Android and iOS, along with a Steam version release. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Updates and Events for Football Manager 2024 Touch, Cornsweeper, Stitch, Cooking Mama, Solitaire Stories, and More Are Out Now

Apple released Apple Vision Pro updates for 3 existing Apple Arcade games.

Various Apple Arcade games received new updates and events, such as Easter events and in-game content additions. [ more ]

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Sonic Dream Team's Second Content Update Is Now Live on Apple Arcade Bringing In the Sweet Dreams Zone, Ranked Badges, and More

SEGA's Apple Arcade exclusive Sonic Dream Team receives new zone, ranked badges, ziplines, swings, screw poles, achievements, and statues in latest update. [ more ]

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New 'Sonic Dream Team' Apple Arcade Update To Add Brand-New Zone, Ranked Badges, and More on April 18th

Sonic Dream Team receives a brand-new update on Apple Arcade, featuring a new zone and more for players to enjoy. [ more ]

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'Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop' Apple Arcade Interview: Series Producer and Director Mizuki Hosoyamada on Gameplay, Collaborations Like Tetris, Controls, Potential Ports, Sonic, and More

SEGA has been actively supporting Apple Arcade with exclusives and multi-platform releases like Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop.

Mizuki Hosoyamada has been involved in various SEGA games, notably the Puyo Puyo series, for 18 years as a general producer. [ more ]

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Apple Vision Pro Now Supports These 12 Spatial Games: See Full List

New spatial games for Apple Vision Pro on Apple Arcade

Hand gesture controls in immersive AR experiences

Reported challenges with weight of Apple Vision Pro headset [ more ]

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Apple Vision Pro Gets New Apple Arcade Spatial Games With More To Come Soon

Apple has confirmed that in addition to the Apple Arcade library of games, there will be more spatial experiences coming to Apple Vision Pro owners soon.

Resolution Games' Game Room was one of the first games highlighted in Apple's new announcement, along with other titles like What the golf?, Cut the Rope 3, and LEGO Builder's Journey. [ more ]

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Apple Announces New Spatial Games for Apple Vision Pro, Support for Existing Games Like Baldur's Gate 3, and More

Apple Vision Pro supports over 250 games on Apple Arcade

New spatial gaming experiences are available on Apple Arcade for Apple Vision Pro [ more ]

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There are already 600+ apps for the Apple Vision Pro, including Arcade games

Over 600 apps will be available for the Apple Vision Pro, including streaming platforms like Disney+ and Max, as well as sports apps like NBA and MLB.

The Apple Vision Pro can also be used for work, with native apps, Mac Virtual Display, and popular productivity apps like Zoom and Microsoft Teams. [ more ]

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First 'Sonic Dream Team' Update Arrives Adding Time Trials, Revamped Boss Fights, Speedrun Rankings, and More

Sonic Dream Team is a popular game on Apple Arcade that pays homage to the original era of 3D Sonic games on the Dreamcast.

The game is receiving a major content update that includes Time Trials, new boss missions, and a ranking system. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade June 2024 New Games: Rabbids Multiverse, Tomb of the Mask+, Return to Monkey Island+, and More

Apple Arcade introduces new games and game updates for June 2024. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Vision Pro Updates for Patterned and Illustrated Arrive Alongside Game Updates Fr Crayola Adventures, Jetpack Joyride, and More

Apple Arcade announces new game updates with additional features and content for various titles. [ more ]

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New Spelling Game Comes To Apple News Plus With iOS 17.5 Update

Apple News+ introduces Quartiles spelling game, expanding its puzzle offerings with daily challenges and high point totals. [ more ]

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Best Buy is giving its customers free trials to Apple TV Plus

Free trials for Apple subscriptions are typically bundled with new Apple products or certain phone plans.

Best Buy is offering free trials for Apple TV Plus, Apple Arcade, and Apple Music to new and returning customers with free Best Buy accounts. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade's April Lineup Includes Two Spatial Games for the Vision Pro

New Apple Arcade games announced for April with spatial gaming experiences for Vision Pro Headset.

Apple Vision Pro offers Crossy Road Castle and Solitaire Stories tailored for spatial gaming. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade March 2024 New Games Revealed Including Crayola Adventures, Polytopia+, and Bloons TD Battles 2+

Next month, Apple Arcade subscribers can expect one Apple Arcade Original and two App Store Greats, along with notable updates.

The Apple Arcade Original is Crayola Adventures, while the App Store Greats include The Battle of Polytopia+ and Bloons TD Battles 2+. [ more ]

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Return to Monkey Island comes to Apple Arcade in June

Apple Arcade is adding Return to Monkey Island, attracting nostalgic gamers to the series. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: New Updates Are Out Now for Crossy Road Castle, stitch, Solitaire Stories, Cooking Mama, and More

Apple Arcade games received significant updates this week, including spatial enhancements, themed levels, new stages, and limited-time ingredients. [ more ]

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New 'Hello Kitty Island Adventure' Update Celebrates the Month of Meh With Yolks All Over the Island, the Return of the Tophat Gudetama, and More

The new update for Hello Kitty Island Adventure on Apple Arcade introduces the Month of Meh celebration event featuring gudetama the lazy egg. [ more ]

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Switch Is Getting A Great Cozy Game Today

Stitch, previously an Apple Arcade exclusive, is now available on the Nintendo eShop for $15. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade May 2024 Games: Dicey Dungeons+, a Slight Chance of Sawblades+, and Summer Pop+ Arrive Alongside Updates for Sonic, Game Room, and More

Apple Arcade introduced new games for May 2024, including App Store Greats.

Notable games like Dicey Dungeons and Summer Pop received updates, with additional content announced. [ more ]

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New 'Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop' Gameplay Trailer Showcases Game Modes and Teases New Characters Coming in Updates

Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop launches on Apple Arcade with various game modes, including online multiplayer.

The game will feature additional content and updates post-launch, enticing players to engage with the game over time. [ more ]

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Mobile Gaming is Having a Moment-and Backbone Wants to Unite It

Backbone+ perks include game capture tools and promotions.

Subscription may not be worthwhile for everyone due to the cost. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Updates and Events for What the Golf?, Taiko Pop Tap Beat, Jeopardy, Tiny Wings, and More Are Out Now

Apple Arcade updates include April Fool's Day event and new songs in Taiko no Tatsujin: Pop Tap Beat.

Notable updates like Doodle God Universe, Jeopardy World Tour+, Zookeeper World, and Tiny Wings+ bring exciting additions for players. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade April 2024 Games: Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Super Monsters Ate My Condo+, Sago Mini Trips+, and Spatial Game Updates

Apple Arcade April 2024 includes new Puyo Puyo game and updates for existing titles.

New games launch on April 4th, updates roll out through the month. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Updates and Events for Football Manager 2024 Touch, Samba De Amigo, Crayola, Solitaire Stories, and More Are Out Now

Disney Dreamlight Valley and Hello Kitty Island Adventure received significant updates this week.

Games like Samba De Amigo: Party-to-Go and Football Manager 2024 Touch have introduced new features and content in their recent updates. [ more ]

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'What The Car?' gets 'Sneaky Sasquatch' themed update on Apple Arcade

Collaboration update between What The Golf? and Sneaky Sasquatch on Apple Arcade with new levels and gameplay mechanics.

Upcoming Steam release for What The Golf? and enhanced features in the collaboration update. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Updates for Cypher 007, Gear Club Stradale, BEAST, Finity, Junkworld, and More Are Out Now

Cypher 007 introduces new levels and items inspired by 'The Spy Who Loved Me', Zookeeper World adds new stages, Gear Club Stradale features new cars, Beast Bio Exo Arena Suit Team starts Season 2, Reigns Beyond gets new content. [ more ]

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A Wonderful Solitaire Horse-Racing Game (Just Go With Us On This) Is Coming To Switch

Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On now available on Nintendo Switch after Apple Arcade debut.

Game involves playing rounds of solitaire to spur on horses, care for them, and upgrade stats. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Updates for Cut the Rope 3, Castle Crumble, Goat Simulator+, and Simon's Cat Are Out Now

Content updates have been released for several notable games on Apple Arcade, including Goat Simulator+, Cut the Rope 3, Simon's Cat - Story Time, Castle Crumble, and Disney Coloring World+.

Goat Simulator+ has added a Valentine's Day event with a new level and character, Cut the Rope 3 has added new levels and the ability to skip animations, and Simon's Cat - Story Time now includes classic videos. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Updates for Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Illustrated, Retro Bowl+, Prune+, Kingdoms, and More Are Out Now

Apple Arcade released updates for several games with themes related to Lunar New Year and Valentine's Day.

The updates include new features, levels, and cosmetic items for the games. [ more ]

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Apple Arcade Weekly Round-Up: Vision Pro Spatial Games, Updates, Games Leaving, and More

Apple Arcade has received notable game updates and the launch of the Game Room, a gaming experience that simulates a game room.

Popular games like Chess, Solitaire, Hearts, Yacht, and Sea Battle are available in the Game Room.

Several games, including Crayola Create and Play+, Jetpack Joyride 2, Doodle God Universe, Solitaire Stories, Disney SpellStruck, Tamagotchi Adventure Kingdom, and Zookeeper World, have received updates with new features and content. [ more ]

Inverse

Why Streaming Is the Only Future for 'Real' Gaming on iPhone

Apple Arcade and improved controller support have made gaming a priority for Apple.

Apple devices now have the processing power to play flagship AAA games, rivaling PS5 and Xbox Series X. [ more ]

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Takeaway 1: It is suggested in the article that Apple could take a more aggressive approach to acquiring game studios to bolster its Apple Arcade platform.

Takeaway 2: The article states that Apple is looking to compete with the likes of Google and Amazon in the cloud gaming space by developing its own game streaming service. [ more ]

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