What is the difference between Apple Arcade games and regular games?

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.

What is the point to having 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.

Does Apple Arcade make all games free?

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 still play games without Apple Arcade?

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.

What happens to games that leave Apple Arcade?

“After a game leaves Arcade, the game developer might choose to make their game available on the App Store. These games might vary from the Arcade version. If the developer makes their game available on the App Store and allows you to load your saved progress, you can pick up where you left off in the Arcade version.”

Apple Arcade: Everything You Need To Know

What does free Apple Arcade do?

What is Apple Arcade and what do I get with it? Apple Arcade is a game subscription service that gives up to six family members unlimited access to 200+ incredibly fun games, all with no ads and no in-app purchases.

How much does Apple Arcade cost a month?

If you buy a new Apple device, you will often get a three-month free trial of Apple Arcade. It's worth noting that if you cancel your free trial, you lose access immediately. At the end of the free trial period you will automatically be billed $5 monthly unless you cancel.

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.

What makes Apple Arcade different?

Apple Arcade is a subscription-based gaming service available on Apple devices. For one monthly subscription price, gamers get unlimited access to a selection of exclusive games that can only be found within Apple Arcade.

Do I lose my games if I cancel Apple Arcade?

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 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.

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.

Are there any good games on Apple Arcade?

What games are free on Apple?

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.”

What do I need to play games on Apple Arcade?

You can play games with just your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, or Apple TV. If you see a controller icon on the app's page, the game has controller support for that Apple device. You can use a game controller to play most games, even if they don't require it. Some games on Apple TV require a controller to play.

Does Apple Arcade take up space?

If we go ahead and estimate that having the full 100+ games that Apple advertises will double the amount of storage required, we're looking at roughly 100GB to store every Apple Arcade game.

What games can I play free?

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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.

Can Apple family see my photos?

Everyone's personal files and preferences stay private

When you share iCloud+, family members can't see each others' photos, files, or documents. And when you share other subscriptions like Apple Music, Apple Fitness+, or Apple TV+, each person sees their own preferences and recommendations — not the whole family's.

Can 2 players play Apple Arcade?

Can you really play local multiplayer or head-to-head in a two-player mode? Well, the answer is yes, and we'll help you get started so you can sit on the edge of your seat and battle your friends.

Why can't i unsubscribe from Apple Arcade?

Click Account Settings. Click Manage next to the Subscriptions heading. Click Edit next to the Apple Arcade heading. Click Cancel Subscription or Cancel free trial.

Does Apple Arcade automatically cancel after free trial?

You can cancel at any time in Settings at least one day before each renewal date. If you cancel during your free offer period, you and your family members will immediately lose access to Apple Arcade and the remainder of your free trial. You can't reactivate this trial.

Does Apple Arcade automatically charge you after the free trial?

Apple Arcade | Canceling your subscription

If you're in the 1-month free trial period, you will automatically be charged the $4.99 monthly fee beginning exactly one month after you subscribed, so you'll need to cancel before that date.