January 4, 2024
UPDATE
Apple Arcade rings in new 12 months with launch of Tamagotchi Journey Kingdom, Cornsweeper, and Blackjack by MobilityWare+, and 20+ content material updates
Enjoyable new video games added month-to-month, with BEAST: Bio Exo Enviornment Go well with Workforce and Phrases in Progress launching February 1
Apple Arcade is ready for one more unbelievable 12 months of uninterrupted play, beginning with three new titles and greater than 20 main updates to widespread video games launching this month. As we speak gamers can embark on an epic, healthful, and nostalgic journey in Tamagotchi Adventure Kingdom; get swept up in Cornsweeper, a soothing and kooky reimagining of the beloved logic puzzle sport Minesweeper; and go all in on Blackjack by MobilityWare+.
On February 1, gamers can blast off on a cosmic journey in BEAST: Bio Exo Arena Suit Team, a singular 3v3 on-line motion sport that includes animal heroes piloting highly effective mechanized armors, and grasp Words in Progress, an intriguing new puzzle sport.
Along with these new video games, fan-favorite titles are launching brand-new content material this month. The 2023 App Retailer Award winner Hello Kitty Island Adventure welcomes the 12 months of the Dragon with its Luck & Lanterns Celebration on January 19. A dragon flies over Friendship Island, forsaking valuable dragon pearls — an indication of excellent luck. Collect dragon pearls for particular rewards all all through the celebration.
On January 12, Crayola Create and Play+ will get a winter wonderland-themed makeover, which features a limited-time winter pores and skin for the Rainbow Rush exercise, and kicks off Crayola’s annual Creativity Week — a celebration of youngsters’s creativity and the enjoyment it brings to studying. And in Jetpack Joyride 2, gamers can get behind the wheel of the brand new Hamster Ball car, swimsuit up within the Camouflage hero pores and skin, and take the Water Jetpack for a moist and wild journey.
Cut the Rope 3, Snake.io+, Puzzle & Dragons Story, Cityscapes: Sim Builder, stitch., WHAT THE CAR?, Samba de Amigo: Party-To-Go, and plenty of extra titles may even get thrilling new updates all through the month. Subscribers can try the Lately Up to date part on Apple Arcade to maintain updated on their favourite titles.
New video games launching as we speak embrace:
Tamagotchi Journey Kingdom (Bandai Namco)
From essentially the most beloved digital buddy franchise of all time comes a brand new and fantastic journey for all of the adventurers on the market. Embark on a heartwarming expertise in Tamagotchi Journey Kingdom, becoming a member of lovely hero Mametchi in restoring concord to the Tamagotchi planet after a mysterious impression shakes their world. The dominion is a canvas for gamers, the place they’ll discover quirky landscapes, encounter practically 300 lovely Tamagotchi characters, and construct their very own cozy wilderness camp. With common content material updates, the sport gives a healthful journey stuffed with surprises for gamers of all ages.
Cornsweeper (wbuttr)
Cornsweeper is a soothing and kooky reimagining of the beloved logic puzzle sport Minesweeper from Jamaican solo developer wbuttr. A meditative mind-sweep-em-up, gamers pop scrumptious popcorn and keep away from explosions, all set to a soothing and authentic lo-fi-inspired soundtrack with reggae infusions. The sport is drastically influenced by Jamaica’s cultural heritage, that includes localization within the native dialect, Patois.
Blackjack by MobilityWare+ (MobilityWare)
In Blackjack by MobilityWare+, gamers can immerse themselves within the basic sport and grasp its intricacies. Transcend the usual selections of Hit or Stand, and discover genuine gameplay with choices like splitting and doubling down. Gamers can select their desk as they journey from iconic places corresponding to London to Barcelona — every providing a singular gaming ambiance — as they climb up the leaderboards and showcase their abilities. Particular options just like the table-run development system, which permits gamers to earn coveted titles and unlock new tables, add an additional layer of pleasure and achievement.
Video games launching on February 1 embrace:
BEAST: Bio Exo Enviornment Go well with Workforce (Oh BiBi)
On this 3v3 on-line motion sport with distinct heroes and dynamic gameplay, gamers will set out on a cosmic journey in a charming sci-fi universe delivered to life with vivid, stylized graphics and unbelievable animations. The sport options animal heroes piloting highly effective mechanized armors generally known as BEASTs. With accessible gameplay mechanics, gamers can unleash their interior champions by seamlessly switching between agile PET and highly effective BEAST kinds, every boasting distinct talents and weapons. The sport contains a charismatic roster of heroes, together with Clyde the artful cat, Nyx the sharpshooting owl, Rusty the fierce warthog, and GG Nova the eccentric unicorn. Enjoying both solo or teaming up with household and mates, gamers can have interaction in thrilling modes corresponding to Payload, Crystal Rush, and Free for All, every promising distinctive twists and depth to the battles.
Phrases in Progress (Gamious)
Phrases in Progress begins with seven letters vertically aligned on the display screen, and it’s as much as the gamers to mix these letters into phrases. When a letter is faraway from its place, the empty spot is stuffed with a brand new letter from the participant’s pile. Full completely different challenges and forestall the letter pile from emptying and ending the sport. That includes three sport modes (Infinite, Apply, and Multiplayer); a clear, cozy, and crisp design; and an extended and regular studying curve, Phrases in Progress is a singular phrase sport that’s enjoyable for all ages.
Pricing and Availability
- Apple Arcade is accessible for $6.99 (U.S.) per thirty days with a one-month free trial. Clients who buy a brand new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV obtain three months of Apple Arcade free of charge.1
- Apple Arcade is a part of Apple One’s Particular person ($19.95 U.S.), Household ($25.95 U.S.), and Premier ($37.95 U.S.) month-to-month plans, with a one-month free trial.2
- Arcade Originals are playable throughout iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. App Retailer Greats can be found on iPhone and iPad.
- An Apple Arcade subscription provides a household of as much as six limitless entry to all of the video games in its catalog.
- Availability for the 200+ titles throughout units varies primarily based on {hardware} and software program compatibility. Some content material is probably not obtainable in all areas.
- This provide is accessible to new subscribers solely. One subscription covers one Household Sharing group. The provide is nice for 3 months after eligible system activation. The plan robotically renews till canceled. Restrictions and different phrases apply.
- The Apple One free trial contains solely companies that aren’t at present used by a free trial or a subscription. The plan robotically renews after the trial till canceled. Restrictions and different phrases apply.
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Apple
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Apple
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