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Apple Arcade price history & increases
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1 change1 hikeMonthly +40% since 2023last change Oct 25, 2023official pricing ↗
Apple Arcade costs $6.99/month in the US (prices checked Nov 2, 2026). Yearly plans: $49.99/year. Last raised on Oct 25, 2023 (Monthly: $4.99 → $6.99/month, +40%). It is the only sourced price increase on record.
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Current Apple Arcade prices (US)
| Plan | Price | Billing | How we know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly | $6.99 | monthly | read from the official page Nov 2 |
| Annual | $49.99 | yearly | read from the official page Nov 2 |
US list prices in USD before tax, promotions and bundles.
Apple Arcade price history
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+40%
price increase
- Monthly: $4.99/mo → $6.99/mo
Oct 25, 2023 · source: macrumors.com · prices checked on the page Nov 2
Apple Arcade pricing FAQ
- How much does Apple Arcade cost?
- Apple Arcade costs $6.99/month in the US (prices checked Nov 2, 2026). Yearly plans: $49.99/year. Plans: Monthly $6.99/month; Annual $49.99/year.
- Did Apple Arcade raise its prices?
- Yes. Last raised on Oct 25, 2023 (Monthly: $4.99 → $6.99/month, +40%). It is the only sourced price increase on record.
Cheaper gaming alternatives
Services in the same category whose cheapest monthly plan costs less than Apple Arcade's ($6.99/mo). Plans differ in what they include.
| Service | From | Hikes | Last change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discord Nitro | $2.99/mo | 0 | – |
| Roblox Premium | $4.99/mo | 0 | – |
| EA Play | $5.99/mo | 0 | – |
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