Pusheen the Cat makes the leap from internet icon to video game star. Pusheen’s Place is now available exclusively on Apple Arcade, giving fans a cozy new way to spend time with the famously adorable feline.
Apple launched the game on October 1 alongside four other additions to Apple Arcade: River City Survivors, Terraria+, Touchgrind BMX 2+ and 4 Pics 1 Word+.
Pusheen gets her own cozy game on Apple Arcade
Pusheen’s Place lets players build their own Pusheen paradise while collecting more than 100 different kitties. Players can craft and decorate rooms for characters including Pusheenicorn and Pancake Pusheen, then take a break with mini-games such as Snack Stack, Parfait Pop and Batch Match.
Pusheen’s Place is the first officially licensed game starring Pusheen. It joins Apple’s growing collection of so-called cozy games, which emphasize relaxation and self-expression rather than the violent themes common in more traditional titles. Other cozy games on Apple Arcade include Hello Kitty Island Adventure and Tamagotchi Adventure Kingdom.
Apple Arcade subscribers can play Pusheen’s Place without ads or additional in-app purchases.
River City Survivors isn’t cozy at all
Photo: Apple Arcade
Cozy games not your thing? Apple Arcade has you covered. River City Survivors brings the long-running River City series into the survivors-like action genre. The game throws players into waves of zombies, with flashy special moves and randomized upgrades helping them build a stronger run each time.
More than 20 characters are playable, including series favorites Kunio and Riki, while players can recruit up to two companions to join the fight.
Developed by Arc System Works, River City Survivors arrived on Apple Arcade October 1.
Learn more straight from Apple about all five new Apple Arcade games, including Terraria+, Touchgrind BMX 2+ and 4 Pics 1 Word+:
The internet’s favorite cat gets her first game with Pusheen’s Place, only on Apple Arcade
On October 1, Apple Arcade is rolling out a lineup of fun new games for players of every style, from cozy cat collecting to zombie-blasting mayhem to beloved App Store hits. Whether players want to unwind in Pusheen’s Place, dive into the adrenaline-pumping chaos of River City Survivors, or revisit App Store favorites like Terraria+, Touchgrind BMX 2+, and 4 Pics 1 Word+, there’s plenty to discover, download, and play.
Pusheen’s Place is the first officially licensed game starring Pusheen the Cat, the global icon of cuteness and whimsy. Available exclusively on Apple Arcade, the game lets players build a cozy Pusheen paradise and collect more than 100 adorable kitties. They can play, craft, and decorate dreamy rooms for popular characters like Pusheenicorn and Pancake Pusheen. Then, for an extra dose of fun, unwind with sweet mini-games like Snack Stack, Parfait Pop, and Batch Match. This game adds to Arcade’s thriving catalog of cozy games, joining fan favorites like Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Tamagotchi Adventure Kingdom, and Cozy Caravan.
River City Survivors and more
From the long-running River City series comes River City Survivors, an explosive survivors-like action game that throws players into wave after wave of zombie chaos. Blast through hordes, unleash flashy special moves, and grab randomized upgrades to build an unstoppable run every time. Players can choose from more than 20 playable characters, including franchise icons Kunio and Riki, and recruit up to two companions to build their dream team.
And the hits keep coming, with three beloved App Store favorites also joining the service on October 1, completely free of ads and in-app purchases.
Terraria+ is a sandbox action-adventure where players fight, explore, and build their way through an ever-expanding world. This version includes the Bigger & Boulder update 1.4.5, which brings a Dead Cells crossover, iconic Pals from Palworld, and much more to discover. Players can also join forces with up to seven friends via Game Center or local Wi-Fi and explore more than 20 biomes in a boundless adventure of survival, discovery, and creativity.
Rounding out the trio are Touchgrind BMX 2+, a physics-driven BMX stunt game with unique two-finger controls that make every trick feel real, and 4 Pics 1 Word+, the Arcade edition of the popular puzzle game that’s stumped and delighted more than 400 million players worldwide.
Pricing and Availability
Apple Arcade is available for $6.99 (U.S.) per month with a one-month free trial. Customers who purchase a new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV receive three months of Apple Arcade for free.1
Apple Arcade is part of Apple One’s Individual ($21.95 U.S.), Family ($27.95 U.S.), and Premier ($39.95 U.S.) plans, with a one-month free trial.2
Arcade Originals are playable across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. App Store Greats are available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro.
An Apple Arcade subscription gives a family of up to six unlimited access to all the games in its catalog.
Availability for the 200+ games across devices varies based on hardware and software compatibility. Some content may not be available in all areas.
Ed Hardy has been writing full-time about tech for 26 years, and using it for much longer than that. His intro to Apple was a Macintosh SE/30 (which he still has), but now he uses a 13-inch iPad Pro as his primary computer.
That’s because he’s a “tablet first” type of guy. Rather than use a Macbook, he connects a keyboard case to the iPad. And instead of a desktop Mac, he connects his tablet to a 27-inch display and full-size keyboard. (So don’t try to tell him that everyone has to use a Mac to be productive.)
Before coming to Cult of Mac, Ed wrote for NotebookReview, TabletPCReview and Brighthand, as well as other sites.
