Apple gives iOS gaming a real home, just not a new direction

It isn't Valve's steam, but Apple's new Games app in iOS 26 and macOS 26 finally admits mobile gaming deserves more than a menu tab and a forgotten leaderboard.The new Apple Games appApple has launched a new Games app as part of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, aiming to bring together Apple Arcade titles, Game Center activity, and App Store games in one place. The company announced the app on June 9, 2025, during its WWDC keynote.This is Apple's first dedicated gaming interface since the original Game Center debuted in 2010. The app reflects a shift toward positioning iPhone and iPad as more deliberate gaming devices, though still within the boundaries of Apple's controlled ecosystem. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums