Apple Arcade already had a lot of games under its banner, but now the subscription service has just been injected with the largest boost to its catalog since launch.
Apple Arcade expands with more than 30 new games, now includes ‘timeless classics’
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Rocket League Sideswipe is bringing car soccer to iPhone and iPad
Rocket League is one of the most popular games on PC and consoles, blending automobiles and soccer (football!) in an innovative way. The title is exciting and lends itself to a lot of fun experiences, while offering plenty of competitive play, too. And now it's finally coming to phones and tablets.
Judge rules Valve has to tell Apple how much it made on over 400 games
Back in November, Apple subpoenaed Valve Software in an effort to gain ground against Epic Games. Apple was seeking data related to Steam sales, plus more, and it turns out it will be getting some of that data after all.
Judge rules Epic Games can’t bring its lawsuit against Apple into the UK
Epic Games and Apple are locked in a legal battle at the moment, with no end in sight. And earlier this year, Epic tried to broaden the scope of its action into the United Kingdom. However, it turns out that won't be happening after all.
Apple subpoenaed Valve Software in its legal battle against Epic Games seeking data regarding Steam sales
Apple is knee-deep in a legal battle with Epic Games right now. But it looks like Apple isn't completely against involving other companies, either. Apple's now got Valve Software (or Valve Corporation) involved in the mess, too.
Microsoft is almost ready with the public preview of xCloud cloud game streaming on iOS and iPadOS
In 2020, Apple found itself at the center of a larger discussion regarding cloud game streaming. The folks at Apple believed they were in the right, essentially blocking services from its App Store, while companies like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and others weren't too happy with it. And a lot of customers found themselves on both sides of the fence, too. But those companies found a workaround, thanks to Apple's own mobile web browser.
Epic Games CEO says the company spent months preparing for its lawsuit against Apple
Epic Games currently finds itself locked in a legal battle with both Apple and Google. And that was by choice. While it was rumored, and expected, to be the case right from the start, the CEO of Epic Games has confirmed it was a planned, and well-organized, effort to try and change Apple's and Google's digital storefronts.
Sony unveils new BRAVIA XR 4K and 8K TVs with support for AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
A new year, which means it's time for TV manufacturers to unveil new TVs. And Sony's not about to start disappointing you in 2021, as it unveils a handful of new smart sets.
‘Oceanhorn: Chronos Dungeon’ is now available on Apple Arcade
Back in December, we reported that a new adventure game, Oceanhorn: Chronos Dungeon was coming soon to Apple Arcade. Now, the wait is finally over.
Nintendo Switch games successfully emulated on an M1 Mac
The M1 Mac lineup is brand new, both for Apple and consumers. So of course some folks out there want to test the limits of what Apple's first-party processor can do. Emulation is one way to do that, and one developer has found a way to emulate Nintendo Switch games on Apple's new hardware.
Epic Games tries to drum up support with influencers by sending ‘Free Fortnite’ loot boxes
"Free Fortnite" is the rallying cry Epic Games has been calling out for months now, trying to get people to listen to their demands. Apple (and Google) pulled the massively popular battle royale game Fortnite from their digital storefronts earlier this year (due to actions on Epic Games' part), and, ever since, Epic Games has been trying to force Apple and Google's hands to get the game back on those platforms.
Google Stadia cloud gaming service is now available on iPhone and iPad via Safari
Companies offering cloud game streaming services have found a workaround for Apple's App Store rules regarding game streaming, and that's Safari. Google is making its own effort, Stadia, available through the web browser beginning today.