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Apple Arcade added five new games this April that make the US$4.99 monthly fee more worthwhile. These games offer something for everyone, from wild party games to relaxing puzzles. Here's what makes each one special, and if they deserve attention.
Standout Feature: Party game that turns simple sports into hilarious chaos.
Triband's WHAT THE CLASH? takes normal activities like table tennis and archery and makes them wonderfully weird. This follow-up to WHAT THE CAR? throws unexpected twists at players, making each mini-game unpredictable and funny.
What makes this game great is how it levels the playing field. Even gaming experts will struggle with the bizarre controls and changing rules. It's perfect for parties since everyone starts equally confused and ends up laughing together.
Why it stands out: Creates genuine fun moments that everyone can enjoy, regardless of skill.
Standout Feature: Roll up everything in sight while entertaining a cosmic audience.
Katamari is back after eight years with a clever new twist. In Bandai Namco's latest game, players still roll a sticky ball to collect objects of increasing size, but now they're doing it for the King of All Cosmos' online audience.
The game tracks how many "cosmic likes" players get as their Katamari grows. Finding hidden cousins and special gifts adds to the fun of the collection. The bright, colorful graphics look excellent on all Apple devices, from iPhones to Mac computers.
Why it stands out: Simple, addictive gameplay with a funny take on today's streaming culture.
Standout Feature: Have Unlimited Creativity, Construct Theme Parks With Extreme Style!
Atari made sure not to offer a watered-down mobile version of RollerCoaster Tycoon on Apple Arcade but its full glory. The package includes the two originals plus all the expansion packs like Wacky Worlds and Time Twister.
Make awe-inspiring roller coasters, control all of the facets of the park, and see the miniature visitors take pleasure in them. The touch controls work surprisingly well, making it easy to build dream theme parks on the go.
What Makes it Stand Out: There are no cheat codes or limitations to block a full recreation of the experience of a theme park.
Standout Feature: Classic alien-blasting experience. Time to Shoot Some Aliens—But Never the Same Aliens!
TAITO dealt with the invasion of contemporary gamers with a cool mix of the classic Space Invaders in a way that honors the original while creating something new. This way, the game starts with familiar pixel aliens but evolves both visually and in gameplay with each level completed.
The clean black-and-white look occasionally bursts into color at perfect moments. As players progress, new weapons and abilities unlock based on play style, creating a personal journey through gaming history.
What Makes it Stand Out: Fresh ideas kept the interest high in a fun concept with an old-school spin
Standout Feature: A Nice, Brainy Puzzle Game, Just Right with No Incredibly Stupid Restrictions.
Most people believe puffies. has very difficult puzzles despite them looking quite pleasant-Lykke Studios released a small, cute and puffy little game. These days, puffies. has incentives: no energy requirements, no paid hints, no ads. This means that players can simply keep playing, wading through increasingly complex puzzles at their own pace. The satisfying animations make each successful match feel rewarding.
What Makes it Stand Out: Presents the hard puzzles that make someone think while rejecting mobile games' rage-inducing mechanics.
With five brand-new games in this category, Apple Arcade has about 200 different games to choose from: things that are generally not very mobile-y. There are no ads or in-app purchases, only complete games that are all ready and fun to go.
For just US$4.99 per month, the most recent games on Apple Arcade alone provide months of quality entertainment. These games inspire both entertainment and casual gaming, so the player can enjoy a few minutes puzzling or jump into some serious gaming.
Apple Arcade games can be played on any Apple device, even Apple TV, thus affording all types of gamers at least one facility. Thus, now might be an equally good time to try since these new titles grant users a month of free usage.
