Apple Arcade subscribers are in for a treat this month, as the beloved characters from the Emmy-winning animated series Bluey take over five popular games on the platform in a limited-time crossover event kicking off May 21.
“As we continue to grow Bluey in interactive, it’s important that each experience reflects what families love about the brand — its playfulness and creativity, and how it brings people of all ages together,” said Marina Mello, BBC Studios’ global director of Gaming & Interactive.
Bluey Apple Arcade game crossover: Five games, one big playdate
Bluey and her family will appear in exclusive updates across Crossy Road Castle, stitch., puffies., Suika Game+, and Disney Coloring World+ — all without any ads or in-app purchases getting in the way, Apple said in a press release. That helps make it a genuinely family-friendly experience.
A popular game in the lineup is Crossy Road Castle. Players can tackle an obstacle course set at Bluey and Bingo’s house. The co-op mode supports one to four players, challenging them to dodge yoga balls and mischievous garden gnomes together. New characters join the event every two weeks. Completing challenges unlocks fan-favorite characters from the show — including a few secret ones. Bluey’s house, once unlocked, stays in the game even after the event wraps up.
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The other games offer their own Bluey-themed twists. Players can match fruits in Suika Game+, complete Bluey-themed cross-stitch hoo ps in stitch., and color Bluey pages in Disney Coloring World+. Starting June 10, puffies. joins the party with puzzles based on iconic episodes and a sticker collection to build.
The events run through June 24 for stitch., July 8 for puffies., and July 21 for Crossy Road Castle, Suika Game+, and Disney Coloring World+.
“Apple Arcade stands out for its commitment to quality and a safe, frictionless experience for families, making it a natural fit for these limited-time experiences designed to be enjoyed together,” Mello said.
Four new games arrive June 4
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Beyond the Bluey event, Apple Arcade is adding four new titles on June 4: Mini Football Legends, My Talking Tom 2+, Coffee Inc 2+ and FreeCell Solitaire: Card Game+.
Mini Football Legends arrives just in time for the World Cup in June. The game brings an arcade-style soccer experience where players can build and manage their own team, compete in solo tournaments or jump into local co-op and multiplayer matches. My Talking Tom 2+ lets players care for a virtual pet cat. Coffee Inc 2+ challenges budding entrepreneurs to build a global coffee empire. And FreeCell Solitaire: Card Game+ is a clean, ad-free version of the classic card game.
Try before you subscribe
Not yet an Apple Arcade subscriber? Apple offers free introductory experiences on the App Store for select Arcade games. So you can get a taste before committing.
Apple Arcade costs $6.99 per month with a one-month free trial. And new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV purchases come with three months free. It’s also included in Apple One plans, starting at $19.95 per month for individuals. A single subscription covers a Family Sharing group of up to six people.
David Snow, an expert on Apple hardware and software, writes on a variety of technological and cultural topics for Cult of Mac. They include Apple news, technology buying guides, and features about computer setups and Apple TV shows and movies.
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