What is Apple Arcade?

Apple Arcade is a game subscription service that offers unlimited access to hundreds of premium games — featuring new releases, award winners, and beloved favorites from the App Store, all without ads or in-app purchases. You can play Apple Arcade games on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV 4K.

What games are included?

Every Apple Arcade game is handpicked to bring together an incredible variety of games for all play styles and generations. Types of games include action, puzzle, strategy, adventure, simulation, board, card, sports, and more. Play Arcade Originals like Sneaky Sasquatch, Sonic Dream Team, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure, along with App Store Greats like Stardew Valley+, Solitaire by MobilityWare+, and Fruit Ninja Classic+. Arcade Originals are playable across iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV 4K. App Store Greats are available on iPhone and iPad. To see the hundreds of games on Apple Arcade, browse the Arcade tab on the App Store and Games app .

How often are new games added?

New games and content updates are added to Apple Arcade all the time. To preview upcoming releases, look for the Coming Soon section in the Arcade tab on the App Store and Games app .

Where do I find Apple Arcade?

You can find Apple Arcade on the Arcade tab of the App Store and Games app . You can also search the App Store and Games app for a specific Apple Arcade game. On your iPhone or iPad: Open the App Store or Games app and go to the Arcade tab at the bottom of the screen. On your Mac: Open the App Store or Games app and go to the Arcade tab. On your Apple TV 4K: Open the Arcade app, or open the App Store and go to the Arcade tab at the top of the screen.

Apple Arcade is included with an iCloud+ subscription in select regions.

How do I subscribe to Apple Arcade?

You can now access Apple Arcade with an iCloud+ subscription in select regions. Go to iCloud Settings on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV to upgrade to iCloud+.

Can I play with a controller?

You sure can. If you see a controller icon on a game’s App Store product page, the game has controller support. You can use a game controller to play many games in Apple Arcade. And some games on Apple TV 4K require one. Learn how to connect a wireless controller

Do I lose my games if I cancel my subscription to Apple Arcade?

Yes, you will lose access to Apple Arcade games with a cancelled subscription. However, if you have iCloud enabled, your game progress will be available if you resubscribe.

Subscribe to iCloud+ and get Apple Arcade and Apple TV included in select regions.* Learn more

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Fun for all. All on iPhone.
Enjoy hundreds of games.
Play online or offline
across your
Apple devices.
No ads.
No in-app purchases.
No interruptions.
Share your
membership
with up to five people.
Apple Arcade is only available
with an iCloud+ subscription in select regions.^*
Look for the Apple Arcade icon in the
App Store and the
Apple Games app.

Action. Adventure. Puzzles. Let the gaming begin.

Apple Arcade gives you unlimited, uninterrupted access to the games you love. Brain-teasers, magical quests, endless runners, action-packed sports, beloved classics, and more — with amazing new releases and updates added all the time. It’s the most fun place on your phone, ready to enjoy whenever and wherever.

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Apple Games

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for Apple Arcade.

The Apple Games app puts all your games from the App Store and Apple Arcade in one place. Get personalized recommendations based on what you and your friends are playing. Play head-to-head or compete in solo challenges. Catch in-game events and see your friends’ latest achievements. And you can even connect a controller to get the most out of each game.¹

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Game your way. Explore titles curated just for you. Find every game you’ve downloaded from the App Store in the library. And check out challenges, leaderboards, in‑game events, and new game recommendations based on what you and your friends already play.
Play with friends. Experience social features that make gaming more fun. Find out what your friends and family are playing and join them in favorite games like What the Car? or Jetpack Joyride 2. Invite your friends to a challenge. And show off your achievements on leaderboards.
Explore endless titles. Discover new games in your personalized feed. Search for games and add them to your library in just a few taps. And browse all the games you’ve ever downloaded to jump into your favorites — or rediscover older titles, like Fruit Ninja.¹

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iPad

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Apple Arcade is a game subscription service that offers unlimited access to hundreds of premium games — featuring new releases, award winners, and beloved favorites from the App Store, all without ads or in-app purchases. You can play Apple Arcade games on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV 4K.
Every Apple Arcade game is handpicked to bring together an incredible variety of games for all play styles and generations. Types of games include action, puzzle, strategy, adventure, simulation, board, card, sports, and more.

Play Arcade Originals like Sneaky Sasquatch, Sonic Dream Team, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure, along with App Store Greats like Stardew Valley+, Solitaire by MobilityWare+, and Fruit Ninja Classic+. Arcade Originals are playable across iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV 4K. App Store Greats are available on iPhone and iPad.²

To see the hundreds of games on Apple Arcade, browse the Arcade tab on the App Store and Games app.
New games and content updates are added to Apple Arcade all the time. To preview upcoming releases, look for the Coming Soon section in the Arcade tab on the App Store and Games app.
You can find Apple Arcade on the Arcade tab of the App Store and Games app. You can also search the App Store and Games app for a specific Apple Arcade game.
- On your iPhone or iPad: Open the App Store or Games app and go to the Arcade tab at the bottom of the screen.
- On your Mac: Open the App Store or Games app and go to the Arcade tab.
- On your Apple TV 4K: Open the Arcade app, or open the App Store and go to the Arcade tab at the top of the screen.
Apple Arcade is included with an iCloud+ subscription in select regions.*
You can now access Apple Arcade with an iCloud+ subscription in select regions. Go to iCloud Settings on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV to upgrade to iCloud+.
You sure can. If you see a controller icon on a game’s App Store product page, the game has controller support. You can use a game controller to play many games in Apple Arcade. And some games on Apple TV 4K require one.³
Learn how to connect a wireless controller
Yes, you will lose access to Apple Arcade games with a cancelled subscription. However, if you have iCloud enabled, your game progress will be available if you resubscribe.