Apple Arcade Adds 'Pusheen's Place' and Four More Games in October
Apple has officially announced five new Apple Arcade games launching on October 1, 2026, headlined by the cute title Pusheen's Place. Subscribers can look forward to a mix of cozy life simulators, action-packed zombie survival games, legendary sandbox adventures, physics-based stunt driving, and word puzzles without any ads or in-app purchases.
Apple today announced a brand new lineup of titles coming to Apple Arcade next month. Whether you prefer relaxing world-building, high-octane action, or brain-teasing puzzles, October's additions offer diverse options for every type of gamer on mobile and desktop platforms.
What New Apple Arcade Games Are Arriving in October 2026?
Starting on October 1, 2026, players can jump into five brand new game releases across all supported devices. The upcoming additions range from official brand debuts to major expansions of fan-favorite titles.
Here is the quick lineup of new titles heading to the service:
- Pusheen's Place: The first officially licensed game starring Pusheen the Cat, letting players build a cozy paradise and collect more than 100 kitties while playing, crafting, and decorating rooms for characters like Pusheenicorn and Pancake Pusheen, alongside mini games such as Snack Stack, Parfait Pop, and Batch Match.
- River City Survivors: An explosive survivors-like action game from the long running River City series, throwing players into waves of zombies with more than 20 playable characters, including franchise mainstays Kunio and Riki, and support for up to two companions.
- Terraria+: A sandbox action adventure game where players fight, explore, and build through an ever expanding world, including the "Bigger & Boulder" 1.4.5 update, which adds a "Dead Cells" crossover and Pals from "Palworld," with support for up to seven players via Game Center or local Wi-Fi.
- Touchgrind BMX 2+: A physics-based BMX stunt game with two finger controls designed to make every trick feel real.
- 4 Pics 1 Word+: The Arcade edition of the puzzle game that has stumped and delighted more than 400 million players worldwide.
A Closer Look at the October Lineup
Every title in this collection brings something unique to the service, giving gamers plenty of choices starting October 1, 2026.
Pusheen's Place Leads the Cozy Category
The headline title for the month is Pusheen's Place, marking the first officially licensed video game starring the beloved internet feline. Players are invited to create and build their own cozy paradise while collecting over 100 unique kitties.
Throughout the game, players can decorate rooms for iconic characters like Pusheenicorn and Pancake Pusheen, engage in crafting, and play entertaining mini-games like Snack Stack, Parfait Pop, and Batch Match. Pusheen's Place joins a growing category of relaxing life sims on the platform, alongside existing titles such as Hello Kitty Island Adventure, Tamagotchi Adventure Kingdom, and Cozy Caravan.
River City Survivors Delivers High-Energy Action
For gamers seeking fast-paced combat, River City Survivors brings explosive survivors-like gameplay to the classic franchise. Players must battle relentless waves of zombies in intense encounters.
The game features more than 20 playable characters, including long-time series mainstays Kunio and Riki. Additionally, players can bring up to two companion characters along to assist them during combat runs.
Terraria+ Expands With Exciting Crossovers
The popular sandbox action adventure title Terraria+ gives players an ever-expanding world to explore, build in, and defend. The release includes the major "Bigger & Boulder" 1.4.5 update.
This massive update features a special crossover with Dead Cells alongside the inclusion of Pals from Palworld. Multiplayer enthusiasts can explore and fight together with support for up to seven players via Game Center or local Wi-Fi.
Skill Stunts and Classic Brain Teasers
If you prefer skill-based challenges or classic word games, October has you covered as well. Touchgrind BMX 2+ provides an authentic physics-based stunt driving experience using intuitive two-finger controls designed to make trick execution feel real.
Meanwhile, 4 Pics 1 Word+ brings the world-famous puzzle game to the service. This updated edition offers the classic brain-teasing gameplay that has challenged more than 400 million players worldwide, completely free of pop-up advertisements.
Apple Arcade Subscription Details, Plans, and Pricing
Apple Arcade is a dedicated subscription service providing unlimited access to a library of more than 200 games. Every single game on the service is completely free of ads and in-app purchases.
Subscribers can play games seamlessly across multiple devices, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro hardware.
In the U.S., the service costs $6.99 per month and includes a one-month free trial for new users. Customers who purchase a new iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV receive three free months of access automatically.
The service is also bundled into Apple One subscription tiers in the U.S., each featuring a one-month trial:
- Individual Plan: $21.95 per month
- Family Plan: $27.95 per month
- Premier Plan: $39.95 per month
Players can access and download all titles directly through the App Store as well as the Apple Games app.
For more updates on service catalog additions, check out the main Apple Arcade guide.
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With five exciting new additions arriving on October 1, 2026, subscribers have plenty of fresh content to enjoy across their favorite Apple devices. Keep checking back for future announcements as new Apple Arcade games continue to expand the platform's ad-free gaming catalog.
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