The 15 Best Multiplayer Games On Apple Arcade Right Now

Crossy Road Castle is an epic multiplayer platformer that takes place in a castle that's procedurally generated. This means that the platforms are different every time you play, so there's lots of replayability. Engaging in the multiplayer mode means that four players will be on-screen at once trying to get through the platforms. It can be quite chaotic (and also hilarious)when you have four players playing, but playing with two is just as fun. Multiplayer Modes: 2-4 player co-op. Released: 2020

For many people, when they play video games they're looking to escape into a fantasy world that distracts them from real life. In this open-world RPG, an escape for the hustle and bustle is exactly what you get. It's a game where you play as a cat and complete quests to get gold and level up and basically live the good life. Best of all, you don't need to play all by yourself; you can play with a friend in a local co-op mode. Multiplayer Modes: 2 Player Co-op. Released: 2019

Super Mega Party is a little like Mario Party in that it's a game that has several mini-games built into it. You can play with up to four players and compete with them in eight fun mini-games. Mini-game games a high-stakes version of hot potato in pass the dynamite, an addictive motorcross racing game, and a high seas battle You can also take a spaceship into space on a mission to save an astronaut. There are plenty of exciting original games for you to play, so it's a great option to try out. Multiplayer Modes: 2-4 player multiplayer with 8 mini-games. Released: 2019

Stellar Commanders is one of the few great real-time strategy games on Apple Arcade. In the game, you're given seven minutes to defeat your opponent; otherwise, no one wins. This game encourages different strategies, so you can be an aggressive or defensive commander, and both strategies can be effective. Multiplayer Modes: 1 vs 1. Released: 2019

Sometimes it's fun to play a goofy game with some of your favorite goofy friends. That's exactly what you get in Frogger in Toy Town. Essentially, you play as a frog as you try to guide it through several obstacles. You can play with up to four players as you try to beat several missions and progress through the game. Think of it as a multiplayer version of Frogger. Yep, it's as fun as it sounds. Multiplayer Modes: 2-4 player co-op. Released: 2019

For when you're tired of playing the same racing games or FPS titles over and over, Red Reign is a real-time strategy game that will keep your brain working as you compete with your opponent. The game is 1-versus-1 battle sim and is available to play online. However, if you don't have the internet available to you, you can use Bluetooth to play offline, which is equally as addicting. Multiplayer Modes: 1 vs 1. Released: 2019

Something that Americans might not be aware of is cricket. It's a game very similar to baseball, but it's much more popular globally and is actually the second most popular sport in the world behind soccer. In Cricket Through the Ages, you'll play cricket through different eras in history. You can play cricket as a dinosaur, a caveman, and as many other interesting characters throughout history. You can play versus a friend in a 1-vs-1 game mode. Multiplayer Modes: 1 vs 1. Released: 2019

LEGO games have come a long way (probably in large part due to the success of the movies), and Lego Brawls is easily one of the best of the bunch. You can find games online and play with strangers, or you can play locally with your friends and family. There are two major game modes, 4 versus 4 co-op where you battle as teams, and 8-player versus where it's an epic free-for-all where the last person standing wins. Multiplayer modes: 4 vs 4 co-op and 8-player versus. Released: 2019

Imagine if football had no rules, only featured four players, allowed weapons, and the matches only lasted 90 seconds. Sound interesting? That's what you get with HyperBrawl Tournament. It's a crazy twist on the most popular sport in America, making it a very fun game to play with friends either locally or online. Various game modes add tons of variety, and there are plenty of cool weapon power-ups that can easily turn the tide of a match. The game moves pretty fast, so every second counts. Fortunately, it's fairly easy to pick up. Multiplayer Modes: 2 vs 2. Released: 2019

When it comes to multiplayer options, it really doesn't get much better than racing games As a direct contest between several players that is fun and competitive. Sort of like the Sega version of Mario Kart, Sonic Racing features 15 playable characters from throughout the series. The game has a competitive spirit while remaining fun with several fun boosts you can get on the course. Even better, it supports up to four players per race. You can play locally with friends or online with players all over the world. Plus, it's an Apple Arcade exclusive, which makes it all the more speical. Multiplayer Modes: 2-4 player races. Released: 2019

Pretending that the floor is actually hot lava is a classic children's game. If you didn't play this at least once as a child, you're probably lying. Now you get to relive your childhood in this recreation of the classic children's game. In Hot Lava, you try to make your way through several levels with up to four players. You can work together to try to get through obstacles, or you can race your friends to see who can get through obstacles the fastest. Multiplayer Modes: 2-4 player co-op. Released: 2019

Unfortunately in times like these we can't go outside and play sports in real life. However, we can still play them online with friends. That's an opportunity you have when you download Big Time Sports. You can play a plethora of sports such as basketball, football, and skateboarding. Each sport has a 1 versus 1 game mode that you can play online. Multiplayer Modes: 1 vs 1. Released: 2019

Kings of the Castle is an adventure game where you play as a smiling traveler in a bright and shiny world. You can choose the character you play as from a small pool of princesses. In the game, you race to get through levels as quickly as possible in the timed trial game mode. However, if you don't want to race against the clock, you can race against your friends in the multiplayer mode. You should note that this game can hurt your head if you're sensitive to bright lights and colors. The game is very flashy and is filled with incredibly bright colors. Multiplayer Modes: Solo and co-op. Released: 2019

Sometimes the classics are better than anything new game developers can come up with, Spidersaurs offers a game that will remind you of classic action games from the '90s and early 2000s. You can also play with a friend in the 2 player co-op mode. It's a great side-scroller with slick graphics and intuitive controls. Sure, it can get a little repetitive at times, but the payoff is definitely worth it. Multiplayer Modes: 2 player co-op. Released: 201

When it comes to multiplayer games, there's nothing quite like a solid fighting game. Sometimes it's nice to just keep things simple and battle it out with a friend in a brawl. For when you're looking to take on one opponent (and not a few dozen), Punch Planet adds a fun sci-fi twist by taking fights to alien plants and cities. Ever wanted to brawl in outer space? Well, now's your chance. Multiplayer Modes: 1 vs 1. Released: 2019