New mobile games hit the App Store every day, so each week we’ll compile a throwback list of all the best new releases from the past seven days. In the past, the App Store would showcase the same games for a week and then update those features every Thursday. So developers have made a habit of releasing games early on Wednesdays or Thursdays in hopes of getting one of those coveted features. Today, the App Store is constantly refreshed, so the need for everyone to release on the same day has diminished. Nonetheless, we’ve maintained the Wednesday night format, and for years people have been known to check TouchArcade for new game listings during this time. So without further ado, check out the full list of this week’s new games below and let us know which ones you’ll be picking up in the comments section!
Anti-hacker ($4.99)
iTunes Description
By solving binary logic puzzles, you can bypass the weak points of a damaged computer system and restore the path from the port to the core of the system.
Forum topic: Countering Hacking (Eric McConnell)
Dark Side Detective ($6.99)
iTunes Description
Point at everything in sight, click on mysterious and eerie locations, and use your wits (or borrow your friends’) to solve these cases!
Grab your trench coat, tune into your sixth sense, and join the Dark Side Unit to investigate the downright bizarre, downright dangerous, and puzzling cases in Twin Lakes. Bloodthirsty tentacles, mafia zombies, and the occasional lost sock are no match for Dark Side Detective.
Forum topic: Dark Side Detective (Akupara Games)
“Dark Side Detective 2: In the Dark” ($6.99)
iTunes Description
Clear your room of lice with sage and pack your travel-sized Ouija board, and it’s time to re-enter Twin Lakes, the 34th most haunted city in the United States. Join Detective McQueen as he solves seven chilling cases, risking life and pixelated limbs to unravel the terrifying mysteries plaguing this impoverished town.
Forum topic: “Dark Side Detective 2: In the Dark” (Akupara Games)
Divide by Sheep 2 (Free)
iTunes Description
Maths will never be boring in this colorful cartoon world! Solve ever-changing puzzles with our furry sheep, divide like never before and enjoy the riddle-filled adventure to the fullest! Can you defeat the evil Grim Reaper who is drowning the sheep and become the ultimate math hero? Have a great time “cutting” in this fun puzzle and math game!
Forum topic: Divided by Sheep 2 (by Tiny Build LLC)
Exploding Kittens 2 ($4.99)
iTunes Description
The ultimate card game to play with friends is back, friends! EXPLODING KITTENS® 2 has it all – customizable avatars, emojis, tons of game modes and cards and animations filled with wacky humor that’s more stylish than a greasy kitty covered in catnip-covered Zoomies!
Plus, the official EXPLODING KITTENS® 2 game comes with the most popular mechanic… Nope Cards! Stuff a delicious Nope sandwich into your friend’s horrified face – with Nope sauce, of course.
Forum topic: Exploding Kittens 2 (produced by Marmalade Game Studios)
Jiaoyu($2.99)
iTunes description
Godfeather is a mafia-pigeon roguelike that combines elements of stealth, open-world exploration, and poop…a lot of poop!
Once an honest man could make a living…now your enemies have invaded and swarmed the entire operation. Jiaoyu’s mission is to take back the old neighborhood – one borough at a time. It’s time to send a message… from above!
Forum topic: “Jiaoyu” (produced by Hojo Studio)
Hidden in Time: Discovered ($2.99)
iTunes Description
Hidden Through Time: Discovery is a cozy hidden object game that lets you search for hidden objects in a hand-drawn interactive landscape.
Three eras waiting to be explored
Dive into three fascinating eras: Victorian elegance, dark mystery, and sci-fi wonder. Test your keen eyes and unravel the mysteries hidden in each intricate scene. Can you uncover every secret of the past (and future)?
Forum topic: Time Travel: Discovery (Rogueside NV)
Honey Bear Merge (Free)
iTunes description
Honey Bear Merge is a cozy merging game with fun illustrations and casual gameplay.
Inspired by 2048 and Tetris, this game requires some strategy and puzzle solving.
See if you can get a high score or merge into a honey bear!
Forum topic: Honey Bear Merger (Emily Wu)
iDOS 3 ($0.99)
iTunes Description
iDOS turns your device into a powerful DOS gaming PC, with modern game controls to make your old favorites as playable as possible.
You can also use iDOS for non-gaming purposes, such as word processing and casual programming. DOS-era applications were generally simpler and more efficient.
Forum topic: iDOS 3 (made by Litchi)
K-pop Academy (Free)
iTunes Description
Get ready for a dizzying journey into the world of K-Pop Academy, where your dreams of creating the ultimate K-pop sensation can become a reality! Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of adorable idols as you take charge of their daily lives and guide them to stardom.
Create your dream K-pop supergroup: Create your own K-pop group by customizing every aspect of your idols, from clothing and hairstyles to the trendiest accessories. Create your own idol or recreate your favorite one and watch your idol transform into the next K-pop superstar in the palm of your hand!
Forum topic: K-Pop Academy (HyperBeard Inc.)
King Ludo (Free)
iTunes Description
Ludo is based on the ancient Indian game Pachisi, which has entertained players of all ages for centuries. Today, it’s the perfect casual board game to enjoy with friends and family. With “Ludo King” you can play online with friends, start the party with pass-and-play multiplayer mode, practice against the computer during your daily commute or participate in epic online multiplayer tournaments.
Forum topic: King Ludo(Gametion)
Nipah: Legend (Free)
iTunes Description
Delve deeper into the mysterious realm of Nepa: Saga, a visually stunning offline RPG that brings ancient Nepa to life on your iOS device. As Eka, a humble blacksmith turned legendary warrior, you will embark on an unforgettable journey filled with action, mystery, and destiny.
Forum topic: Nepa: Saga (developed by Bajra Technologies)
Unknown: Silent Blood (Free)
iTunes description
In this puzzle adventure, you are Asset 1080, the legendary “Cleaner” tasked with hiding all evidence of a government-sanctioned assassination, including your presence at the scene.
In 2010, intelligence agencies were fighting a wave of criminal activity funded by cryptocurrency technology. Follow the money and dismantle the network piece by piece.
Forum topic: Nobody: Silent Blood (by Blyts)
Diamond($2.99)
iTunes Description
Ouros is a calming puzzle game designed to create beautiful curves in a tranquil space. Find your flow as you nudge, bend and stretch curves into pleasing shapes.
The goal is simple. Align the curves with the targets and watch the sphere glide gracefully across them.
With over 120 handcrafted puzzles to solve, Ouros invites you to discover the mathematical beauty inherent in its world.
Forum topic: Euros (Michael Cam)
Phantomlex (free)
iTunes Description
Phantomlex combines the classic word game Ghost with roguelike adventure. Test your vocabulary, unlock powerful upgrades, and complete endless levels of word challenges.
Forum topic: Phantomlex (Green Tea Game)
Marble Wizard (Free)
iTunes Description
Pinball Wizard is an arcade adventure game in which the protagonist is propelled by a set of flippers, like balls in a pinball machine. Each level of the game is an enclosed area within the tower. The goal of the game is to survive and reach the top of the tower.
Forum topic: Pinball Wizard (created by Frosty Pop)
RP Grand (Free)
iTunes Description
Dive into a stunning open world filled with new possibilities.
Choose a unique character and reach the top of this world.
You have every chance to become the most influential person among thousands of players.
Forum topic: RP Grand (by Grand Games AM SP)
Secret Puzzle Society (Free)
iTunes Description
Uncover a secret society of villains who love solving puzzles! Your best friend Brooke stumbles upon the Secret Puzzle Society and gets herself into trouble. Win challenging match-3 levels and search beautiful rooms full of secrets!
Forum topic: Secret Puzzle Society (produced by Wildlife Studios)
The Seven Deadly Sins: Idle (Free)
iTunes Description
▶ Super exciting one-click lottery!
Click, click, click your way to big wins and big gains!
Becoming stronger is as easy as clicking the draw card button!
Forum topic: The Seven Deadly Sins: Idle (Produced by Netmarble)
Ghost Pixel Hero (Free)
iTunes Description
You play as a game developer tasked by a secret organization to restore a lost platform game from 1976 that was considered too advanced for its time. But is it really just a game?
A Tribute to Retro Gaming – Rediscover the magic of classic games and retro platformers with a terrifying twist. SPOOKY PIXEL HORROR combines the beloved aesthetic of old-school 2D pixel games with a deeply immersive horror narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Forum topic: Ghostly Pixel Hero (AppSir/Darius Immanuel Guerrero)
Virtual Friends (Free)
iTunes Description
VirtualFriend: A new open source Nintendo Virtual Boy emulator
Relive the unique red and black world of Nintendo’s most ambitious console from the 1990s. Whether you’re experiencing these classics for the first time or reliving fond memories, VirtualFriend delivers the ultimate Virtual Boy experience on Apple Vision Pro and iOS devices.
Forum topic: VirtualFriend – Virtual Boy Simulator (Adam Gastineau)
Zoetis($7.99)
iTunes Description
Zoeti is a turn-based roguelike game with a deck of cards used to create card combinations and activate skills in intense battles. Enhance your arsenal of skills through combat, discoverable upgrades, or the aid of locals to enhance your fighting abilities to overcome the evil that plagues your land.
Forum topic: Zoeti by Akupara Games
