11 January 2025
UPDATE
Apple Arcade commences 2025 with 10 new games, featuring PGA TOUR Pro Golf
Apple Arcade is starting the new year with an exhilarating lineup of game releases, alongside significant updates to existing favorites. Today, seven new titles are accessible, all free from advertisements or in-app purchases, including Skate City: New York, the premier skateboarding adventure showcasing legendary, real-life skate locations; Gears & Goo for Apple Vision Pro, melding elements of tower defense and classic base-building games with the interactive capabilities of spatial computing; and Three Kingdoms HEROES, the newest installment in Koei Tecmo’s acclaimed Romance of the Three Kingdoms series.
Today’s releases also encompass award-winning titles from the App Store, including FINAL FANTASY+, a remastered 2D rendition of the original game in the acclaimed series; Trials of Mana+, the mobile adaptation of SQUARE ENIX’s popular console action RPG; the Wild West adventure Rodeo Stampede+; and the relaxing zen experience It’s Literally Just Mowing+.
On 6 February, Apple Arcade’s inaugural officially licensed PGA TOUR game will be introduced with the launch of PGA TOUR Pro Golf. This game adds to an expanding collection of entertaining, competitive sports games that enthusiasts can enjoy with family and friends, including NFL Retro Bowl ’25, NBA 2K25 Arcade Edition, Football Manager 2024 Touch, Ballistic Baseball, CHARRUA SOCCER and more.
In addition to PGA TOUR Pro Golf, the adventure platformer Doodle Jump 2+ and charming farming simulator My Dear Farm+ will be available on 6 February.
PGA TOUR Pro Golf by HypGames, Inc.
PGA TOUR Pro Golf delivers an engaging golf experience tailored for sport enthusiasts. Showcasing iconic PGA TOUR venues like Pebble Beach Golf Links and Harbour Town Golf Links, participants can engage in competitive one-on-one matches or exhilarating tournaments against other players, alongside honing their skills through practice rounds. Featuring authentic courses inspired by those utilized by professional golfers, the game vividly captures the thrill of the sport across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro.
Doodle Jump 2+ by Lima Sky
Ascend to new heights in Doodle Jump 2+, a sequel to the popular platforming adventure title, boasting enchanting landscapes, adorable characters, whimsical monsters, and engaging challenges. Players will prepare for their doodles to leap from scorching deserts to ancient caves, dazzling galaxies, and beyond in this cherished game.
My Dear Farm+ by HyperBeard Inc.
In this charming farming simulator, players will design and personalize their ideal farm, demonstrating their potential to become excellent farmers. Players have the option to fully customize their character, from looks and hairstyle to the selection of a pet, as they build their farming empire one harvest at a time.
Apple Arcade also presents significant updates for popular titles within the service, including WHAT THE CAR?, Game Room, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure.
- Hello Kitty Island Adventure by Sunblink and Sanrio: Running from 10 January to 24 February, the Luck & Lanterns event invites the Year of the Snake and commemorates the Lunar New Year with lucky envelopes and firecrackers, along with festive new outfits and decorations.
- Game Room by Resolution Games: On 16 January, Game Room will introduce a new hidden word game, Word Wright, to its collection of cherished classic games — all playable across Apple Vision Pro, iPhone, and iPad.
- WHAT THE CAR? by Triband: Today, WHAT THE CAR? reminisces about 2024 and showcases the top 25 community levels of the year.
Updates are also on the way this month for NBA 2K25 Arcade Edition, Outlanders 2: Second Nature, Wheel of Fortune Daily, Snake.io+, Ridiculous Fishing EX and more.
Pricing and Availability
- Apple Arcade is offered for NZ$12.99 inc GST each month, with a one-month complimentary trial. Customers purchasing a new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV receive three months of Apple Arcade at no cost.1
- Apple Arcade is included in Apple One’s Individual (NZ$29.95 inc GST), Family (NZ$39.95 inc GST), and Premier (NZ$55.95 inc GST) monthly plans, which features a one-month free trial.2
- Arcade Originals can be accessed on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. App Store Greats can be found on iPhone, iPad, and Vision Pro.
- A subscription to Apple Arcade allows a family of up to six to have unlimited access to all games available in its catalog.
- Availability of the 200+ titles across devices varies depending on hardware and software compatibility. Certain content may not be accessible in all regions.
- One-month trial: This offer is exclusively for new subscribers. After the free trial, Apple Arcade costs NZ$12.99 incl. GST each month. The plan automatically continues until cancellation. Conditions apply. Three-month trial: Available for new and eligible returning subscribers only. Following the free trial, Apple Arcade costs NZ$12.99 incl. GST monthly. One offer per Apple ID and only one offer per family is permitted if part of a Family Sharing group, irrespective of the number of devices purchased by you or your family. This offer is not applicable if you or your family have previously utilized an Apple Arcade three-month free offer. This offer is applicable for three months post-activation of the eligible device. The plan automatically continues until cancellation. Restrictions and additional terms apply.
- The Apple One free trial encompasses only services not currently subscribed to via a free trial or subscription. The plan automatically continues following the trial until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply.
Press Contacts
Elizabeth Cave
Apple
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Nelly Assayag
Apple
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