Apple Arcade
By Leif Johnson
Civilization VI for iPhone review: Handing over the kingdom
The popular strategy series makes its grand entrance on iPhone, and sooner than we expected.
10/04/18
Reigns: Game of Thrones preview: Who knew the best Game of Thrones game would be so simple?
An upcoming game smartly reinvents the popular ‘Reigns’ for iOS with a Westerosi cast.
08/23/18
Holedown isn't free, but that's partly why it's fun
In a break from recent tradition, 'Holedown' is a simple, addictive iOS puzzle game that doesn't have ads or microtransactions.
08/10/18
macOS Mojave lets you use an eGPU with a MacBook Pro display. And the gaming boost can be fantastic
Custom acceleration and support for internal displays make eGPUs more satisfying for MacBook Pro and iMac gaming.
08/06/18
The Walking Dead: Our World is Pokémon Go with AR zombies
Dead on arrival? Hardly. There's plenty of life in this iPhone augmented reality game.
07/13/18
Guild Wars 2's Roller Beetle reminds us that MMO mounts don't have to be dull
I can’t stop thinking about Guild Wars 2’s Roller Beetles. They drift. They smash through walls. And they may be our favorite MMO mounts ever.
07/03/18
With friends lists and gifts, Pokémon Go finally improves for rural players—sort of
The latest update ensures players always have the balls to take on new Pokémon (if they can find them).
06/26/18
Explore The Elder Scrolls Online: Summerset with us today! Apple Arcade episode 9
We'll also post a code for the $60 collector's edition, so be sure to tune in at 2 p.m. Pacific time!
05/21/18
How to play PC games on iPhone or iPad with the Steam Link app: Apple Arcade episode 9
Is it as good as it sounds? Join us as we find out for ourselves!
05/18/18
Just how obnoxious is 'Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery'?: Apple Arcade episode 7
We play the new iOS Harry Potter game for iPhone and iPad to see if its free-to-play payment model is as bad as it seems.
05/01/18
‘Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery’ feels like it was designed by Voldemort
You’ll need all the gold in Gringott’s to get through the new Harry Potter adventure for iPhone and iPad.
04/27/18
The Elder Scrolls Online's Summerset expansion doesn't shy from the dark sides of elves
In the Summerset expansion, Elder Scrolls Online makes its first big break with nostalgia and comes out fine.
04/21/18
Yes, eGPUs boost Mac game performance, but limitations abound
Limitations and over-specific requirements keep external GPU support from greatness.
04/20/18
eGPU on a MacBook Pro: Is it worth it?: Apple Arcade episode 6
On the next Apple Arcade, we'll show you how to set up an eGPU. We'll also display real-time performance results from a couple of graphically intensive games.
04/16/18
How well does ‘Rise of the Tomb Raider’ run on a Mac? Apple Arcade episode 5
Join us at 2 p.m. Pacific on April 12 as we discover how well Feral Interactive’s port of the 2015 hit runs on a MacBook Pro.
04/11/18
How well does the new 9.7-inch iPad handle games? Apple Arcade episode 4
We'll chat about how well Fortnite, PUBG Mobile, Civilization VI, and other games run on the new iPad.
04/02/18
Fortnite vs. PUBG on iOS—The battle of the battles royale: Apple Arcade episode 3
Fortnite and PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds are now out for iPhone and iPad. Watch live gameplay as we decide which is the best.
03/19/18
Fortnite for iOS First Look: It's fun, but desktop players will eat you alive
Fortnite: Battle Royale for the iPhone and iPad is a virtuosic port, but desktop and console players definitely have the advantage in crossplay matches.
03/16/18
World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth on Mac (and maybe Fortnite): Apple Arcade episode 2
Expect alpha performance for World of Warcraft's upcoming expansion tomorrow, but Fornite for iOS could also happen.
03/13/18
OneCast impressions: Streaming Xbox One games to your Mac works much better than expected
OneCast hiccups a bit if you try to stream through a normal Wi-Fi connection, but it's almost like playing an Xbox directly with a good land connection.
03/06/18
