'NFL Retro Bowl '26' rushes onto Apple Arcade on September 4

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Apple Arcade's September lineup kicks off with football fever, trivia battles, kid-friendly fun, and a magical "Hello Kitty" DLC that's sure to charm fans.

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New games coming to Apple Arcade in September



It's time for the monthly Apple Arcade update, where we find out what games will be released for Apple's pay-once, play-all-you-want service. This time, we're only getting three new games -- all debuting on September 4 -- but one beloved title is set to receive a brand-new DLC.

NFL Retro Bowl '26



If you love football, you'll be glad to see that NFL Retro Bowl '26 is gearing up to head to your iPhone and iPad this September. This Apple Arcade exclusive brings NFL rosters and players to Apple Arcade in a charming retro style, blending classic arcade football with real league action.

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NFL Retro Bowl '26



The new Championship Leaderboard mode lets fans compete in weekly matchups synced to the 2025 NFL season, earning points for their favorite team's live standings.

Jeopardy! Daily



Everyone's favorite trivia game show is headed to Apple Arcade. Jeopardy! Daily features exclusive clues crafted by "Jeopardy!" show writers and global leaderboards for players to climb.

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Jeopardy! Daily
Jeopardy! Daily

even offers a few new ways to play. Players can test their knowledge in unique modes or participate in weekly tournaments.

My Talking Tom Friends+



Geared towards younger players, My Talking Tom Friends+ gives little ones a safe place to explore. This interactive life sim includes a cast of lovable characters and mini-games appropriate for kids.

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My Talking Tom Friends+



And, because it's on Apple Arcade, there are no in-app purchases and no advertisements -- making it a perfect rainy day activity.

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Hello Kitty Island Adventure: Wheatflour Wonderland



While it's not a new game, Hello Kitty Island Adventure will get a significant content update on September 18. The new DLC, Wheatflour Wonderland, is a whimsical wonderland where players will unlock the Ancient Citadel to uncover a great treasure.

Apple Arcade is currently $6.99 per month and is included in the Apple One Individual, Family, and Premier bundles. Arcade Originals can be played across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro, while App Store Greats can be played on the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro.



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