This is a great way to know exactly when that awesome new game you’ve been waiting for hits the App Store for you to download. Here’s how to get notifications for new Apple Arcade games on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Request new game notifications on iPhone and iPad
As a reminder, you can see upcoming games in aComing Soon section of Apple Arcadeon the App Store. This section is usually at the bottom of the main Apple Arcade screen. But you can also hit See All Games at the very bottom.
When you see an upcoming game you want a notification for, just tapGet. you may do this from:
As soon as you tap Get, you’ll see a pop-up letting you know that you’ll be notified when the game becomes available.
After you see that pop-up message, the Get button for the game will be dimmed. This is your indicator that you’ve asked to be notified when the game is available and that button is dimmed for the game on your other devices too.
Request new game notifications on Mac
Just like iPhone and iPad, you can see upcoming games in the Coming Soon section of Apple Arcade on Mac. You’ll find it on the main Apple Arcade screen as well as with the See All Games link at the very bottom.
Hit theGetbutton from any spot where you see the game or on the game details screen.
You’ll see a pop-up window just like on your other devices letting you know you’ll be notified when the game is available. ClickOK.
Games you click the Get button for sync across your devices. So you’re able to see one you’ve asked for a notification for on your iPhone that you requested on your Mac. The exception is for games that are device-specific.
Wrapping it up
You never have to be the last one in your group to download and start playing that newApple Arcadegame. With this handy tip, you’ll get your alert when the game is available. And this might just be way sooner than your pals discover know about it!
What are your favorite types of games toplay on Apple Arcade? Are you a thoughtful puzzler, energetic platformer, or die-hard adventurer? Share some of your favorites in the comments below!
