Apple introduces the Games app, bringing a unified gaming experience across devices, this Fall

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Story Highlights

  • Apple Games app offers a central hub to easily discover games, updates, and in-game content from the App Store.
  • It will include Game Center, achievements, leaderboards, challenges, multiplayer activities, and In-App Events.
  • App Store games automatically appear in the Games app, with Game Center and event titles highlighted for discovery.

Apple is redefining the gaming encounter on iPhone, iPad, and Mac with its upcoming Game Application. Currently in beta and slated for release this fall, the app will function as a central hub for game exploration, updates, and player interaction. It will come pre-installed with iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS 16 or later versions.

A new, streamlined, all-in-one hub for discovering and enjoying games across Apple devices with Games App

Apple is unveiling a brand-new Gaming Application this fall, which will come pre-installed on all Apple devices. This application, acting as the main hub for gaming-related content on the App Store, simplifies the process of locating your preferred games, keeping you updated about new releases, and providing access to the latest in-game materials, making gaming experiences more enjoyable.

Moving forward as gaming captures an increasing amount of user interaction and investment across various platforms, Apple is leveraging this trend. This application aims to offer a smoother experience for browsing and interacting with games. Additionally, it’s been seamlessly integrated into the Apple universe, where you’ll find related features in widgets, notifications, and throughout the App Store.

Play, track, and discover everything with one seamless experience

Here’s what you can look forward to inside the new Games app:

  • In the Home Tab, you can explore trending titles, editorial section, new challenges, seasonal updates, and more.
  • You can keep track of your most recently played titles, top charts, personalized recommendation, and more.
  • The Arcade Tab gives you access to your Apple Arcade titles, also letting you browse the full library and jump into the latest titles.
  • The Play Together tab enhances the social side of gaming, featuring achievements, multiplayer activities, leaderboards, and more.
  • And of course, you’ll get all titles available on the App Store integrated to the Games app, with games appearing in search results, the Library tab, and the Continue Playing section.

To be frank, I’m overjoyed about this development. Lately, I’ve acquired a MacBook for my professional tasks, and the timing for the emergence of this app couldn’t be more perfect. With games such as Angry Birds Bounce and others joining Apple Arcade in July, it seems like a valuable addition for individuals who enjoy gaming across various devices.

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2025-06-10 13:11