How are Apple Arcade games different?

What is Apple Arcade? Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and AppleTV that features more than 150 games. The games are a mix of genres and styles, and include original games you'll only find on the service and others that can be found on the regular App Store or even other platforms.

What is special about Apple Arcade?

There's something for everyone on Apple Arcade. Brain teasers, magical quests, endless runners, sports games, beloved classics and more — with new amazing games and updates added every week. Enjoy unlimited, uninterrupted access to the games you love and the ones you're going to love.

Is Apple Arcade worth having?

Not only will you find new and exclusive games with more titles coming regularly, but you'll also get the chance to play some classic App Store games at no extra cost. On the other hand, if you're more of a casual player and only play on your iPhone from time to time, Apple Arcade will be a waste of money.

What type of games are on Apple Arcade?

How do Apple Arcade games work?

Apple Arcade gives you unlimited access to a curated collection of more than 100 games under one subscription. Use the Arcade app to sign up for, browse, and download games on Apple TV. Some of the games in Apple Arcade on Apple TV are also available in Apple Arcade on other devices.

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Do you keep Apple Arcade games forever?

If you cancel your subscription, you can't play any Apple Arcade games, even if you downloaded them to your device. Delete the apps if you don't want them anymore. You can resubscribe to play Apple Arcade games again and regain access to your gameplay data.

Can I still play Apple Arcade games without subscription?

You can buy and download other games from the App Store without subscribing to Apple Arcade. Apple Arcade games are available only with an Apple Arcade subscription.

How much is Apple Arcade per month?

After your free trial, Apple Arcade costs $5 a month for unlimited access to its game selection. The subscription fee covers every game and update that Apple Arcade releases -- even if it's already available in the App Store.

Can you download any game with Apple Arcade?

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After you subscribe to Apple Arcade, you can download any Apple Arcade game that's available on your device for no additional charge. On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Open the App Store, and go to the Arcade tab at the bottom of the screen.

What games are not on Apple Arcade?

What is best in Apple Arcade?

How long does Apple Arcade last?

Offer good for 3 months after eligible device activation. Plan automatically renews until canceled. Restrictions and other terms apply. Game availability varies.

Does anyone use Apple Arcade?

Apple Arcade is an easy and affordable way to play popular games on your iPhone and other Apple devices. It may not be the most popular gaming subscription service, but it has reshaped mobile gaming to some extent, and it is home to a handful of excellent exclusives.

Can I cancel Apple Arcade anytime?

But if you've tried out Apple Arcade and decided the service isn't right for you, you can unsubscribe at any time. Unlike Apple's other new service, Apple TV Plus, if you unsubscribe before the end of the month, you'll still get to use Apple Arcade until the next date you would have been charged.

How do games make money on Apple Arcade?

“Developers earn a royalty that incorporates time subscribers spend in their app and captures how users value all types of content (from weather apps to epic endless runners). We're continuously refining the model to make sure it fairly rewards titles that bring the highest user value.”

Is Call of Duty on Apple Arcade?

Call of Duty Mobile is now available on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices, as promised last month. Unlike the earlier companion app, this is a full game experience.

Can I share Apple Arcade with family?

Family Sharing lets you and up to five other family members share access to amazing Apple services like Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple News+, Apple Arcade, and Apple Card. Your group can also share iTunes, Apple Books, and App Store purchases, an iCloud storage plan, and a family photo album.

Is Minecraft in Apple Arcade?

Apple Arcade Game Subscription Service: Everything You Need to Know. Play over 100 exclusive games on iOS, Mac, and Apple TV devices. There are almost 300,000 games available on the App Store, from free-to-play hits like Candy Crush Saga and Fortnite to premium (paid) games like Minecraft and NBA 2K19.

Why should I pay for Apple Arcade?

Apple Arcade is a play all you want subscription service with no additional in-app purchases or costs to unlock content. Since there are no ads, there's also no ad tracking, so user privacy is protected. All future upgrades and content additions are also included in the subscription price.

How many people have Apple Arcade subscription?

While the aforementioned subscriptions duke it out along with Nintendo Online, it seems that Apple Arcade is the one which reigns supreme at over 100 million subscribed users.

What games are free on Apple?

Why are games leaving Apple Arcade?

The games are leaving the service because the agreements between the developers and Apple have concluded, but those agreements don't prevent developers from making those games available as direct purchases or downloads through the App Store outside of the Arcade subscription now.

What happened to Apple Arcade games when subscription end?

However after Apple Arcade subscription expires you can no longer download new Apple Arcade games from the App Store until you renew the subscription. The games you had previously downloaded on your device will also become unavailable and you will no longer be able to Install them from the App Store.

What happens to games leaving Apple Arcade?

If a game is flagged as leaving Arcade, such as the 15 titles currently marked for removal from the service, Arcade subscribers can continue to download and play the game until it's removed. Once it's gone, Apple guarantees you can continue to play the game for at least two weeks.

What age group is Apple Arcade for?

Some of these ratings include 4+ and 9+. You can view a game's age rating before downloading a game to your device. You can learn more about Apple Arcade on Apple's website. Or, while you're here, check out our list of some of the best kid-friendly games available on the service.