Apple Arcade facts for kids
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| Developer | Apple Inc. |
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| Type | Subscription gaming service |
| Release date | September 19, 2019 |
| Introductory price | US$4.99 per month |
| Operating system | iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, macOS |
| Platform | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac |
Apple Arcade is a special subscription service from Apple Inc. It lets you play a huge library of video games on your Apple devices. This service was first announced in March 2019 and officially launched on September 19, 2019.
With Apple Arcade, you pay one monthly fee to get access to over a hundred games. You can play these games on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac computers. It's like having a giant arcade in your pocket or living room!
What is Apple Arcade?
Apple Arcade is a gaming service that gives you unlimited access to a collection of games. Think of it like a streaming service for movies, but for games instead! You can download and play any game in the collection as long as your subscription is active.
The service adds new games regularly, so there's always something new to try. It's a great way to discover new games without having to buy each one separately.
Cool Things About Apple Arcade
Apple Arcade has some awesome features that make gaming more fun and safe.
- Play Anywhere: You can start a game on your iPhone and then continue playing on your iPad or Mac. All your game progress saves automatically using your iCloud account.
- No Ads or Extra Purchases: All games on Apple Arcade are completely free of ads. You also won't find any annoying in-app purchases asking for more money.
- Safe and Private: The games don't track your personal data. This means your gaming is private and secure.
- Share with Family: Up to six family members can use the same Apple Arcade subscription. Everyone gets their own game saves and progress.
- Use Your Favorite Controller: Many games work with popular game controllers. You can connect controllers like the DualShock 4 (for PlayStation) or Xbox One controllers. This makes playing some games even better!
What You Need to Play
To enjoy Apple Arcade, you need an Apple device with a recent operating system. Here's what you'll need:
- An iPhone running iOS 13 or newer.
- An iPad running iPadOS 13 or newer.
- An Apple TV running tvOS 13 or newer.
- A MacBook, Mac Mini, Mac Pro, or iMac running macOS Catalina or newer.
See also
In Spanish: Apple Arcade para niños
