According to Apple’s official newsroom announcements, Apple Arcade is expanding its catalog with the addition of Block Blast!+ and Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles+ on September 3, alongside three other titles and numerous content updates for existing games throughout August. The service, which costs $6.99 per month in the U.S., provides subscribers with unlimited access to games featuring zero ads and no in-app purchases.
New Puzzle Titles Joining Apple Arcade in September
Two standout puzzle titles headline the September 3 release schedule on Apple Arcade, according to press releases from Apple. Block Blast!+, developed by Hungry Studio, brings a popular grid-based block-clearing mobile game to the subscription platform. Players slot blocks onto a grid to clear rows and columns while chasing high scores, now entirely uninterrupted by advertisements.
Joining it is Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles+ from developer Klemens Strasser. According to Apple, the nature-themed jigsaw game won the 2025 App Store Award for Cultural Impact. The title combines soothing jigsaw-style gameplay with stories about wildlife and conservation, backed by thoughtfully designed accessibility features.
Pro Tip: Apple Arcade subscriptions cover up to six family members via Family Sharing, and new hardware purchases of an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV include a three-month free trial of the service, as detailed in Apple documentation.
Three Additional Games Launching September 3
Beyond the primary puzzle additions, three more games arrive on the platform on September 3, according to Apple reporting. NFL Retro Bowl ’27 introduces a brand-new season alongside a high-stakes Gauntlet Mode. Coloring Games for Families+ offers over 3,000 digital coloring activities for players of all ages, while Let’s Play! Oink Games+ bundles nine tabletop games into a single digital collection playable solo, locally with friends, or online.
These September releases build upon an existing puzzle catalog that already features titles such as Grindstone, Flow Free+, Crossword Jam+, Everyday Puzzles: Mini Games+, and Water Sort Puzzle: Get Color+, according to Apple.
August Game Updates and Content Milestones
Existing Apple Arcade titles receive content refreshes throughout August. On August 12, puffies. adds 28 new puzzle packs, which include two special collections featuring artwork for Oden Tomodachi and The Knights, according to Apple.
Beginning August 20, Simon’s Cat – Blast Time rolls out 200 new levels at a rate of 50 levels per week over four weeks. Later in the month on August 26, stitch. celebrates a milestone of 800 unique hoops by introducing a commemorative hoop and a new in-game achievement, as reported by Apple.
Did You Know? Earlier in the year, Apple Arcade hosted a major crossover event featuring Bluey characters across titles like Crossy Road Castle, Suika Game+, and Disney Coloring World+, demonstrating the platform’s focus on family-friendly interactive media.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Apple Arcade cost?
According to Apple, Apple Arcade is priced at $6.99 per month in the U.S. with a one-month free trial. It is also included in Apple One subscription tiers ranging from $19.95 to $37.95 per month.
Do Apple Arcade games contain ads or in-app purchases?
No. According to Apple, all games on Apple Arcade, including new arrivals like Block Blast!+, feature no ads and no in-app purchases.
Which devices are compatible with Apple Arcade?
Arcade Originals are playable across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro, while App Store Greats are available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro, according to Apple.
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