4 Reasons Apple Arcade Will Attract More Gamers Than Google Stadia

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) introduced Apple Arcade, a subscription-based gaming platform for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple TVs, at an event earlier this year. Unlike cloud gaming platforms, Apple Arcade allows users to download and install an unlimited number of games on their devices, eliminating the need for a high-speed internet connection.

This week, Apple unveiled more details about Apple Arcade. The service will launch on iPhones on Sept. 19, iPads and Apple TVs on Sept. 30, and Macs in October. It will cost $4.99 monthly after a free one-month trial, and feature over 100 new and exclusive launch titles.

Users of all current-gen Apple devices can access Arcade from a new tab in the App Store. It supports wireless connections with PS4 and Xbox One controllers, and it features parental controls for limiting kids' screen time. These details weren't surprising, but they'll likely attract more gamers than Alphabet's (NASDAQ: GOOG) (NASDAQ: GOOGL) Google Stadia, for four simple reasons.

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Source Fool.com