Chunky pixels. Bleeps and bloops. Timeless design. The glory days of gaming are alive and well in these five terrific throwbacks.
Tetris
The game that launched countless blocky puzzlers is just as you remember it—tap to rotate pieces and swipe to slot them into place. Topple point goals in the new level-based mode, or see how long you can last in classic Marathon matches. Clear board, full heart, can’t lose!
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge
The heroes in a half-shell have returned in a love letter to arcade brawlers of the ’90s. Pick your favorite character—from the fab four to pals like April and Splinter—and clobber Foot Clan ninjas with back kicks and somersault slices.
Knight Lancer
It takes courage and cunning to unseat foes in these harrowing jousts. Steel your nerves, set your shield, and aim your lance as you gallop toward your opponent. Can you send rival knights tumbling off their mounts?
Pixel Pro Golf
Ready for some vintage video-game links? Vibrant 16-bit visuals and a serene soundtrack make for stress-free rounds, while spot-on physics add a realistic twist. Fore!
NFL Retro Bowl
Featuring all 32 NFL teams, this Apple Arcade gridiron great lets you hire coaches, toss spirals, and sprint for the end zone—or just simulate matchups as an armchair quarterback.
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