'Disney SpellStruck' on Apple Arcade will debut a 'Stars Wars' update

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The galaxy far, far away is coming to the crossword-style game Disney SpellStruck on Apple Arcade. According to Apple, the special Star Wars update is rolling out on February 19, with levels inspired by Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia Organa, Han Solo and Chewbacca will be playable characters in the game.

The crossover follows a similar event in Crayola Create and Play+ with Paddington, which Apple noted is ending on February 18.

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Apple Arcade sets sail with 'Oceanhorn 3' this March 5

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Apple Arcade gears up for a major expansion of its gaming catalogue on March 5. Headlining the update is the highly anticipated Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea, the latest chapter in the action-RPG franchise. Set nearly a thousand years after its predecessor, the sequel invites both veterans and newcomers to navigate the treacherous Shadow Sea. Players will explore forgotten islands, engage in titan battles, and uncover the secrets of a world on the brink of a new era.

The title, which is exclusively launching on Apple's service, promises a premium, 3D experience featuring console-quality visuals and refined gameplay mechanics tailored for the entire Apple ecosystem, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. Aside from the headliner, the service is also adding three more titles to its ad-free collection: the heartwarming life simulator Pocket Love!+, the brain-teaser Flow Free+, and the charming management sim Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story+.

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'Crayola Create and Play+' launches limited-time 'Paddington' event on Apple Arcade

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Paddington makes a comeback on the Crayola Create and Play+ app on Apple Arcade. The beloved character returns on January 22 for a limited-time event. Apple entices you to "spend a special snowy day with Paddington, enjoying a host of winter-themed activities and games, like building a snowman, creative cake crafting, cozy colouring, and more." You can check it out here.

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Strategy legend 'Civilization VII ' joins Apple Arcade on Feb. 5

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The world-conquering strategy franchise is making a massive leap to mobile next month. On February 5, Apple Arcade will officially welcome Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Arcade Edition, allowing players to build empires across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. This AAA experience introduces a new "evolution" mechanic, where civilizations evolve with each distinct age of history, allowing players to forge a unique cultural lineage. It joins a growing roster of heavy-hitting PC ports on the service, following the recent success of titles like PowerWash Simulator and Cult of the Lamb.

Beyond the grand strategy of Civilization, Apple is expanding its library with three additional titles that cater to retro fans and puzzle lovers alike. Retrocade brings the 80s back to life, offering classics like Galaga and Asteroids with a special immersive mode for Apple Vision Pro. For those seeking a more rhythmic or relaxing experience, the dream-themed rhythm game Felicity’s Door and the colour-sorting puzzle sequel I Love Hue Too+ will also debut on the same day.

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