Become James Bond and battle Spectre in Cypher 007 stealth adventure game

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Become James Bond and battle Spectre in 'Cypher 007' stealth adventure game
Cypher 007 is one of four games joining Apple Arcade in September.
Image: Tilting Point LLC/Apple Arcade

Blofeld, the criminal mastermind and head of Spectre, is once again scheming to defeat James Bond in Cypher 007. The action game launches for a range of Apple devices in late September on Apple Arcade.

And there are three more games headed for Apple’s gaming subscription service in September.

Apple Arcade gets better every week

Apple Arcade is a subscription service that, for $4.99 a month, brings unlimited access to over 200 games. There are offerings in almost every genre: casual, racing, RPGs, sports, puzzle, story and many more. All are playable on iPhone and iPad, and most can be enjoyed on Mac and Apple TV, too.

New titles join the service almost every week. September brings four new ones, as did August. And over 40 games will receive content updates this month.

My Talking Angela 2+ (Outfit7 Limited): September 8

My Talking Angela 2+ by Outfit7 Limited on Apple Arcade
Angela is a pretty kitty in the big city.
Image: Outfit7 Limited/Apple Arcade

My Talking Angela 2+ is a virtual pet game. Players help Angela, a fashionable anthropomorphic feline, stay busy in her big-city home. Some off her activities include practicing her dance moves, baking treats, making original music and designing jewelry.

This is what Apple calls an App Store Great — a classic title added to the gaming service with the purchase price reduced to $0.

Find it on Apple Arcade

My Talking Angela 2+ by Outfit7 Limited debuts on Apple Arcade September 8. It’ll be playable on iPhone and iPad.

Japanese Rural Life Adventure (Game Start LLC): September 15

'Japanese Rural Life Adventure' on Apple Arcade
Japanese Rural Life Adventure uses a gorgeous and carefully crafted pixel art style.
Image: Game Start/Apple Arcade

Fans of cozy life simulation games will enjoy Japanese Rural Life Adventure. Players can farm, cook, fish, collect, explore and experience the beautiful changing seasons of Japan. The game also includes traditional Japanese festivals — such as Hatsumōde, Ōmisoka, and Tsukimi — where players can meet and build friendships with neighboring villagers.

Find it on Apple Arcade

Japanese Rural Life Adventure from Game Start debuts on Apple’s gaming service on September 15. It’ll be playable on Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple TV.

Junkworld (Ironhide S.A.): September 22

'Junkworld' from Ironhide S.A. on Apple Arcade
Visit Junkworld for for serious tower-defense action,
Image: Ironhide S.A./Apple Arcade

Filled with daring adventures, perilous terrains, and dubious companions, Junkworld challenges players to deploy towers, use special units and gadgets, and train amazing heroes to survive the mayhem of post-apocalyptic tactical battles.

It’s tower-defense game (obviously), a very popular genre.

Find it on Apple Arcade

Apple Arcade subscribers will be able to play Junkworld from Ironhide S.A. on September 22. Players can enjoy it on playable on Mac, iPhone, iPad or Apple TV.

Cypher 007 (Tilting Point LLC): September 29

'Cypher 007' hits Apple Arcade later in September
Cypher 007 is more about sneaking past your enemies than shooting them.
Image: Tilting Point LLC/Apple Arcade

After over 60 years of books and films, James Bond is the world’s most famous secret agent. Cypher 007 is a top-down stealth action adventure game that keeps this legacy alive, visiting some of 007’s most iconic moments and extraordinary adventures.

Blofeld has utilized a brainwashing technique known as Cypher on Bond and is holding him captive in a mental prison in an attempt to turn him into the ultimate double agent. It’s up to players to foil this plot.

Find it on Apple Arcade

Cypher 007 from Tilting Point LLC hits Apple Arcade on September 29. It’s sneaking onto Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple TV.

Enjoy on a range of Apple computers

Cypher 007, Japanese Rural Life Adventure and Junkworld are all playable on Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. External game controllers are an option for any of the supported platforms.

My Talking Angela 2+, however, is only for iPhone and iPad. It does not support game controllers.

Source: Apple

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