Apple Arcade Adds Indie Hits Dredge and Unpacking

Hello, mobile gaming enthusiasts! Apple Arcade is treating us to some serious quality this month. If you’ve been looking for a reason to keep that subscription active, two of the most beloved indie games of recent years, Dredge and Unpacking, have officially landed on the service. Both titles come in their "+" versions, meaning they are fully optimized for touchscreens and, in some cases, packed with extra content.

First up is Dredge+. If you haven't heard of this one, imagine a relaxing fishing simulator that slowly turns into a Lovecraftian nightmare. By day, you’re upgrading your boat and catching exotic fish. But as the sun goes down, the atmosphere shifts. You'll find yourself dodging massive sea monsters and questioning your own sanity. The Arcade version includes all previously released DLC, making it the definitive way to experience this eerie adventure on the go.

Then we have Unpacking+. On the surface, it’s a simple game about taking items out of boxes and placing them in a new room. However, there is a profound narrative hidden in the objects you carry from one stage of life to the next. It’s a zen-like experience that won a Cultural Impact award at the 2023 App Store Awards. It feels right at home on an iPad or iPhone, perfect for those 10-minute breaks where you just want to organize a virtual bookshelf.

But wait, there's more! For the younger crowd, My Very Hungry Caterpillar+ has also joined the fray today. Additionally, existing hits like Disney SpellStruck are getting fresh Star Wars content, and Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop is set for a new game mode later this month. It’s a great time to be an Apple Arcade subscriber, as the service seems to be leaning harder into high-quality indie experiences rather than just generic mobile fare. It looks like Apple is finally listening to gamers who want depth on their mobile devices.