Apple Arcade Announces 15 New Games for the Holidays

Apple is preparing to make this holiday season extra special for gamers with a fresh lineup of titles on Apple Arcade. The popular gaming subscription service is adding 15 new games, ensuring fun for everyone in the family.

Among the new titles arriving soon are Skate City: New York, Talking Tom Blast Park, FINAL FANTASY IV (3D REMAKE)+, Gears & Goo for Apple Vision Pro, and more.

Apple Arcade continues to be a go-to destination for users looking to dive into a variety of games across devices. The platform offers over 250 games, available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro.

For those who love sports, recent releases like NFL Retro Bowl ’25 and NBA 2K25 Arcade Edition provide fast-paced, action-packed gaming moments. On the other hand, fans of card-based strategy games can test their skills in Balatro+, a poker-inspired deck-building game.

The gaming service is ramping up its content for the holidays with several standout titles launching in December and January. Each game offers a unique gaming experience, catering to a wide range of player preferences:

• Skate City: New York: Set to release on January 9, this skateboarding game takes players through the vibrant streets of New York City. Developed by Snowman and Agens, players will have the chance to master skateboarding tricks in famous real-world locations across the Big Apple.
• Talking Tom Blast Park: Releasing on December 5, this family-friendly game from Outfit7 pits Talking Tom and his friends against the troublemaking Rakoonz in a fun-filled battle to save Blast Park. Armed with quirky blasters like the Duckinator, players must defend the park in an exciting showdown.
• FINAL FANTASY IV (3D REMAKE)+: One of the most highly anticipated releases of the season, this remastered classic arrives on December 9. Fans of the iconic FINAL FANTASY series will enjoy updated graphics, improved gameplay, and enhanced voice acting, bringing the beloved title to life in a new way.
• Gears & Goo: Developed specifically for Apple Vision Pro by Resolution Games, Gears & Goo introduces interactive gameplay using spatial computing. This base-building, tower defense game will launch on January 9, offering an innovative experience that leverages cutting-edge technology.

In addition to these headlining games, Apple Arcade is also bringing a range of other titles to the platform over the holiday season. On December 5, players can enjoy games like Boggle: Arcade Edition, PAC-MAN 256+, Hot Wheels: Race Off+, Barbie Color Creations+, and Little Cities: Diorama for Apple Vision Pro

Come January 9, even more games will join the Arcade roster, including Three Kingdoms HEROES, FINAL FANTASY+, Trials of Mana+, Rodeo Stampede+, and It’s Literally Just Mowing+.