With Apple Arcade, the iPhone maker is trying to get closer to gaming — and it's had mixed success so far. Will that change now with these new games?
These four games will soon be available on Apple Arcade
Apple's systems haven't historically been known for being preferred platforms for gaming. With Apple Arcade, the California-based company is trying to catch up with the competition at least a little bit from 2019 — including these new games.
“Arkanoid vs. Space Invaders+”
With “Arkanoid vs Space Invaders+,” Apple Arcade users can expect just that to happen A combination of two classics. On the one hand, the most action-packed game “Arkanoid”, and on the other hand, the legendary shooting game “Space Invaders”.
Nothing less than saving the galaxy is at stake when you have to repel enemy attacks and destroy invaders and blocks in 150 levels. Naturally, you'll also encounter some difficult bosses.
Haven't tried Apple Arcade yet? The official trailer gives you a quick look at the video.
“Drive Forward! Carcade”
Huge monster trucks, agile off-road vehicles and attractive muscle cars are available for you Car fighting game “Drive Forward! Carcade” is available. Whether in multiplayer mode, in global competitions, or in co-op with friends, skill is required here.
But be careful! Things move very quickly here as you compete against your opponents to collect points, increase your popularity as a driver and eventually become the big star of the high-horsepower competition.
Texas Hold'em Poker: Bookrest+
Poker fans will get their money's worth in Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist+. Of course one should Well thought out strategy and basic bluffing Be part of your tactics.
However, the game is not only suitable for professionals. Newcomers get instruction, while experienced poker players can look forward to weekly Sit'n'Go tournaments and multi-table tournaments.
Daily wheel of fortune
If you want to train your brain, you should watch Wheel of Fortune Daily. The godfather of this Brain teaser game Canadian TV game show “Bonus Round” admitted. The joy of TV has been newly remastered for all Apple devices.
Letter guessing, word puzzles and challenging brainteasers will require a lot of you. Topics such as travel, food and drink will be explored, but questions about popular culture will also be asked.
Is Apple Arcade worth it?
The iPhone maker hasn't been able to convince die-hard gamers to use Apple Arcade yet. In fact, Apple has arguably been too haphazard in this area so far. It's no coincidence that a unique and differentiated selling point seems to be missing.
Netflix's streaming competition seems smarter. The group has demonstrated its ambitions by purchasing Finnish game studio Next Game, Oxenfree developer Night School, and acquiring Spry Fox.
While Netflix, for example, has the popular “GTA” game on its platform and a balanced mix of indie and “mobile-first” games in its portfolio, Apple is really struggling in this area. Will that change with the four new games?
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