Apple Arcade just launched two big new titles for subscribers: NFL Retro Bowl ’26 and Jeopardy! Daily. And alongside their release, an interview with Apple Arcade’s senior director reveals why more IP-focused games have been debuting.
NFL Retro Bowl ’26 and Jeopardy! Daily are now available, part of recent wave of IP-based titles
Apple Arcade has gotten in the habit of launching new titles every month, usually on the same day. For September, that launch day is today.
Among the new titles arriving, there are two clear standouts:
NFL Retro Bowl ’26 includes a new Retro Bowl Championship Leaderboard where players can compete in matches that align with 2025 NFL season games.
Jeopardy! Daily is a daily puzzle game with exclusive clues written by the beloved TV show’s writing staff.
Each title should appeal to a broad base of users, but they also both have a key trait in common: they’re based on major existing IP.
The NFL and Jeopardy are both, of course, highly recognizable brands and properties.
And that’s something we’ve started to see more of with recent Arcade launches.
Why Apple Arcade is launching more IP-based games
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