{"id":69334,"date":"2025-04-21T10:12:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T02:12:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/?p=69334"},"modified":"2025-04-21T10:12:08","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T02:12:08","slug":"five-new-games-join-apple-arcade-in-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.upgrademag.com\/web\/2025\/04\/21\/five-new-games-join-apple-arcade-in-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Five new games join Apple\u00a0Arcade in May"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A fun mix of five games joins Apple Arcade on May 1, including\u00a0WHAT THE CLASH?<\/a>, a quirky, fast-paced multiplayer game that combines playful activities like table tennis, archery, racing, and tag. Launching exclusively on Apple Arcade, WHAT THE CLASH? is the follow-up to indie developer Triband\u2019s critically acclaimed racing comedy game\u00a0WHAT THE CAR?<\/a>, winner of Mobile Game of Year at the 2024 D.I.C.E. Awards.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Players can also jump into with My Buddy<\/a>, a cozy simulation game where players bond with and care for virtual puppies and kittens; LEGO Friends Heartlake Rush+<\/a>, a fast-paced endless racing game; the popular word search game Words of Wonders: Search+<\/a>; and SUMI SUMI : Matching Puzzle+<\/a>, a charming matching game featuring popular San-X characters like Rilakkuma and Sumikko Gurashi. These new additions join Arcade\u2019s hit collection of over 200 games, all free from ads and in-app purchases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT THE CLASH? by Triband<\/strong>
Play solo or challenge friends to one-on-one battles in this hilarious party game. Players unlock modifier cards to create absurd combos like giraffle, toasty archery, sticky tennis, milk the fish, and more. They\u2019ll climb the leaderboards, enter tournaments, or find new card combinations to make each match a chaotic and fun surprise with quirky twists. With simple touch controls, everyone plays as The Hand, a charming and stretchy hand with legs that players can customize with hundreds of combinations of unlockable items like eye patches, dresses, and earrings. Competitors will have to outplay and outgoof their opponents as they go hand-to-hand with family and friends in some seriously silly showdowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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with My Buddy by Neilo Inc.<\/strong>
Animal lovers will adore with My Buddy, a heartwarming game where players bond with a variety of dogs and cats, each with their own personality and appearance. Players will experience their pets\u2019 growth, nurturing them through each stage of their lives and dressing them in unique outfits to express their individuality. With the ability to decorate their pets\u2019 spaces and interact with them anytime, anywhere, this game brings the joy of companionship to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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LEGO Friends Heartlake Rush+ by StoryToys<\/strong>
Race through Heartlake City with the LEGO Friends and their pets in this colorful, fast-paced adventure. Players can jump behind the wheel as Aliya, Autumn, Nova, Leo, Liann, and more, customizing their cars with unique colors, decals, tires, toppers, and trails. While speeding through vibrant streets, they must dodge obstacles and collect treasures, completing exciting missions to unlock amazing rewards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Words of Wonders: Search+ by Fugo Games<\/strong>
In this hit word search game, players look for hidden words on the board while exploring iconic landmarks to uncover the secrets of the world. As they progress through levels themed around a variety of subjects, players will discover new words, challenge their knowledge, and strategize their way to success as they solve the mystery that words hide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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SUMI SUMI : Matching Puzzle+ by Imagineer<\/strong>
Featuring beloved characters like Rilakkuma and Sumikko Gurashi from Japanese character manufacturing company San-X, this game invites players into the charming world of kawaii matching puzzles. With simple tap-to-match mechanics, engaging yet relaxing gameplay, and beautifully designed maps, SUMI SUMI : Matching Puzzle+ offers a perfect blend of strategy and fun for fans of cute puzzle games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This month, players can also look forward to content updates to their favorite Arcade games, playable across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro, including Hello Kitty Island Adventure<\/a>, PGA TOUR Pro Golf<\/a>, and WHAT THE CAR?<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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