Top 5 single-player games on Apple Arcade

The Apple Arcade features over 200 mobile games ranging from multiplayer to single-player titles. What makes it an excellent platform is its high-quality gaming experience, free of any advertisement and hindrances caused by in-app purchases. A monthly subscription to this platform costs over $4.99; the price might vary depending on your country or region.

For those who find it confusing to decide which game to try on the Apple Arcade, this article lists the five best single-player games on the platform.

Disclaimer: This article is subjective and solely reflects the writer's view.

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5 best single-player games on Apple Arcade

The best single player games in Apple Arcade are as follows:

1) Gris+

A still from Gris+ (Image viaDevolver Digital, Inc.)

Compatible devices: iPhone and iPod touch with iOS 13.0 or later. iPad with iPadOS 13.0 or later. Mac with macOS 11.0 or later. Apple TV with tvOS 13.0 or later, and Apple Vision with visionOS 1.0 or later.
File size: 1.7 GB

Players in Gris+ assume the role of the eponymous character, Gris, who has lost touch with reality and is astray in a dreamy world of her own. A representation of the character's grief and how she overcomes it, Gris+ showcases the journey of Gris who navigates through different regions of her world and emotionally grows in the process.

Players in this title are challenged with light puzzles, platforming sequences, and optional skill-based tasks. Glis+ features almost no text. There are only simple control guides shown via universal icons, which allow gamers from all linguistic backgrounds to play the title easily.

Gris+ is a perfect game for those seeking serene and mesmerizing visuals without any danger of death. The best part about this title is its vivid art designs, detailed animation, and elegant original score, which reflects Gris' turmoil and eventual growth.

2) World of Demons

Compatible devices: iPhone and iPod touch with iOS 13.0 or later. iPad (requires iPadOS 13.0 or later). Mac (requires macOS 11.0 or later). Apple TV (requires tvOS 13.0 or later).
Size: 2.8 GB.

Developed by Platinum Games, World of Demonds engulfs players in a fantasy world of yokai, the supernatural monsters from Japanese folklore. In this single-player title, players must assume the role of a samurai and lead an army of Yokai minions to defend the world from evil forces.

The game is themed around traditional Japanese artwork, Ukiyo-e Woodblock prints, engrossing players with its mesmerizing imagery.

3) Fantasian

Compatible devices: iPhone and iPod touch with iOS 13.0 or later. iPad (requires iPadOS 13.0 or later). Mac (requires macOS 11.0 or later). Apple TV (requires tvOS 13.0 or later).
Size: 4.5 GB.

Fantasian is a single-player role-playing game developed by Mistwalker for iOS devices via the Apple Arcade service. The game is split between two series; its first part was released on April 2, 2021, followed by the second on August 13 of the same year.

Fantasian doesn't fail to produce a next-level gaming experience and carries players on an exciting adventure. Furthermore, it's designed and set around countless handcrafted dioramas, which becomes another reason to try out the unique title.

4) Grindstones

Compatible devices: iPhone and iPod touch with iOS 13.0 or later. iPad (requires iPadOS 13.0 or later). Mac (requires macOS 13.0 or later). Apple TV (requires tvOS 13.0 or later).
Size: 1 GB.

Grindstone is a hack-and-slash puzzle battle single-player game that simply involves slaying evil creatures to make your way up toward Grindstone Mountain. Killing these vicious creatures yields grindstones used to upgrade or craft new gears. The title comprises over 200 levels and requires the gamers' utmost constancy in the game and prowess.

Each level consists of various enemies, hurdles, and awards. Moreover, as you stay longer on a single level, these deadly creatures get even deadlier, so you may want to get out of it as soon as possible.

5) Sayonara Wild Hearts

Compatible devices: iPhone and iPod touch with iOS 13.0 or later. iPad (requires iPadOS 13.0 or later). Mac (requires macOS 13.0 or later). Apple TV (requires tvOS 13.0 or later).
Size: 973.6 MB.

Sayonara Wild Hearts is one of the best games on Apple Arcade and has received thousands of positive reviews since its release in 2019. It's a music-based action game that involves riding a motorcycle, surfboarding, dance-battle, and many more exhilarating engagements. The title also features neon and vibrant lighting effects, adding beauty to its visuals.

Split into 23 levels, this rhythmic title dives into a surrealistic alternative reality wherein players control the main character and travel through the landscape, crossing numerous hurdles.

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Edited by Adarsh J Kumar