Apple confirmed that subscribers will receive one new game each Friday in July, beginning with Angry Birds Bounce on 4 July and ending with Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets+ on 25 July. All four releases arrive on iPhone, iPad, and Mac at no extra charge beyond the AU $6.99 monthly fee or any Apple One bundle.
Classics reimagined
First up, Angry Birds Bounce swaps the franchise’s slingshot physics for brick-breaker action. Players launch feathery projectiles, stack roguelite power-ups, and reclaim tropical islands from the pigs. A week later, Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD brings faster tower-defense gameplay, letting commanders deploy two heroes per stage across 22 campaign levels.
Viral puzzler goes mobile
On 18 July, Apple Arcade picks up Suika Game+, the fruit-stacking puzzler that stormed Japanese livestreams last year. Gamers merge matching fruit to build ever-larger produce, racing rivals on daily, monthly, and all-time leaderboards. Careful placement is key, because a spilled melon ends the round.
Creative play for kids
Finally, Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets+ lands on 25 July. Aimed at elementary-age players, the 3-D sandbox lets children groom, feed, and color more than 90 virtual pets. Developers say the app encourages empathy, focus, and memory—all while splashing bright digital paint.
Why this matters
July’s lineup blends nostalgia, viral hits, and educational content—an approach Apple has used to keep Arcade’s 200-plus catalogue feeling fresh. Moreover, the staggered schedule keeps subscribers checking in weekly, a metric Apple tracks closely for retention. With the summer travel season in full swing, the company is betting that quick-session titles will keep families glued to their screens—whether they are on a plane, in a hotel, or simply hiding from the heat at home.
