Apple Arcade Reveals New Games for December and January

Apple Arcade Reveals New Games for December and January

Key Takeaways

  • Apple Arcade offers RPG favorites like Final Fantasy 4 and Trials of Mana for $6.99/month.
  • Subscribers enjoy ad-free games without in-app purchases denoted by a + sign.
  • New December and January releases include remastered classics like Final Fantasy and Pac-Man 256+.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I must say that Apple Arcade has truly outdone itself this time! With their latest offerings, they have managed to bring together some of the most iconic RPGs like Final Fantasy 4 and Trials of Mana, all for just $6.99 a month. It’s like they’ve read my wishlist!


In December and January, Apple Arcade has unveiled a lineup of games for its subscribers, and RPG enthusiasts will especially appreciate playing titles like “Final Fantasy 4 (3D Remake)+,” “Final Fantasy 4: The After Years+,” “Final Fantasy+,” and “Trials of Mana+” during the holiday season. At just $6.99 a month, Apple Arcade offers access to over 200 games that can be played on various Apple-branded devices, and this subscription can even be shared with as many as five family members.

With an Apple Arcade subscription, you’ll find a variety of game titles that surpass the typical gacha and free-to-play options from mobile games. As a member, you’ll have access to games such as Vampire Survivors, Goat Simulator, Gameloft’s life sim Dreamlight Valley, and the widely acclaimed roguelike deckbuilder Balatro. One of the benefits of subscribing to Apple Arcade is that the games are free from ads or in-app purchases, which can be identified by a + sign added to their name, much like Google Play Pass.

Apple has shared that Arcade will be introducing 15 new games in December and January, starting with six on December 5th. Among these are exciting titles such as the Boggle Arcade Edition, featuring a single-player adventure and two multiplayer modes for competition; Hot Wheels Race Off+, boasting an upgradable collection of over 30 cars and 60 racing tracks; and the endless runner Pac-Man 256+, a revamped version of the iconic game which was one of Apple’s best games in 2015 and garnered nominations from The Game Awards and DICE Awards that year.

Apple Arcade Games for December 2024 and January 2025

Game TitleRelease Date
Barbie Color Creations+December 5
Boggle Arcade Edition
Hot Wheels: Race Off+
Little Cities: Diorama (Apple Vision Pro)
Pac-Man 256+
Talking Tom Blast Park
Final Fantasy 4 (3D Remake)+December 9
Final Fantasy 4: The After Years+
Final Fantasy+January 9
Gears & Goo (Apple Vision Pro)
It’s Literally Just Mowing+
Three Kingdoms Heroes
Trials of Mana+
Rodeo Stampede+
Skate City: New York
  • Plus (+) sign indicates games with in-app purchases, ads, other monetization removed.

On December 9th, Square Enix RPG enthusiasts will have a tough time deciding what to play with the arrival of not one, but two games: the remade version of Final Fantasy 4 (in 3D) and an enhanced edition called Final Fantasy 4: The After Years+. First released in 1991, this updated version offers improved graphics, polished cutscenes, adjustable difficulty levels, and autosave capabilities. Originally launched in 2008, the sequel, Final Fantasy 4: The After Years, takes place 17 years after the original storyline and brings back familiar characters along with their descendants.

Appreciative Apple Arcade subscribers can anticipate some thrilling new games arriving on January 9, among which is an upgraded edition of the original Final Fantasy, featuring enhanced visuals and a freshly orchestrated soundtrack from the legendary composer, Nobuo Uematsu. The action-oriented reincarnation of Trials of Mana will also be available for players seeking more RPG adventure. Additionally, strategy enthusiasts can relish in the turn-based board game, Heroes, set in the world of the famous Three Kingdoms series, which is scheduled to debut on Apple Arcade next month.

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2024-11-15 16:44