Apple is focusing on “handpicked” games for Apple Arcade, so there’s little doubt that the library will be much smaller than the thousands of games available in the App Store. There’s no sign that the existing games model will be going away, as it works fine for freemium games like Idle Heroes or Toon Blast.
Will I still be able to buy games on the App Store without an Apple Arcade subscription? When subscribing, you’ll need to enter your Apple ID password or use Touch ID or Face ID to sign in, and you’ll have to confirm your subscription purchase a few times. After the trial you’ll be charged either the monthly or annual fee, depending on your selection. A sign-up screen with a Try It Free button will appear. On your iPhone, iPad, or Mac open the App Store and look for the Apple Arcade tab at the bottom of the screen (or in the left column on macOS). There isn’t an Apple Arcade app-it’s built into the App Store. Apple Arcade is also included in the Apple One subscription bundles, which range from $10 a month to $30 a month. Tap Subscriptions, then tap the entry for Apple Arcade. Open the App Store app, then tap your account icon in the upper right. If you’re currently on the $4.99 month-to-month plan and want to switch to the annual plan, you can do so on your iPhone or iPad. You can also sign up for the annual plan, which is $49.99.
Apple Arcade costs $4.99 per month, and you’ll also get a one-month free trial.
