TouchArcade's Weekly Update Roundup: Noteworthy Game Updates
Hello, and welcome to another week of noteworthy game updates! This week's list features a mix of big-name titles, with a strong emphasis on free-to-play games and some Apple Arcade additions. You can always check for updates yourself via the TouchArcade forums, but this summary highlights some you might have missed. Let's dive in!
Subway Surfers: Sydney's getting a veggie makeover! This update introduces a "green" theme with Veggie tokens, a bean burger building challenge, and the unlockable character Billy Bean. Expect plenty of green-themed characters, boards, and bundles. Save the planet, one bean burger at a time!
Tiny Tower: Tap Idle Evolution: The Olympic event is over, making way for a summer-themed event. Serve VIPs, roll the dice for event points, and earn rewards at various milestones. Weekly challenges offer unique rewards, with final rewards based on overall progress. While pay-to-win elements exist, there's still plenty of free content to enjoy.
MARVEL Puzzle Quest: Hero RPG: Following the Deadpool and Wolverine event, this update focuses on post-event clean-up. This includes a rebalance for Old Man Logan, featuring a new costume, and the conclusion of the latest PVP season. While primarily maintenance-focused, it's a reminder that Marvel Puzzle Quest continues to deliver consistent updates.
ANOTHER EDEN: This week's update brings a King of Fighters crossover event! Alongside the crossover, a new Parallel Time Layer Ally, the Thornbound Witch Shanie, has been added. The inclusion of Mai, Terry, Kyo, and Kula makes this update a standout.
Temple Run: Legends: The recently launched Temple Run title receives a new Outfit System, allowing you to unlock and equip outfits to customize character appearances and grant in-game advantages.
TMNT Splintered Fate: This update brings improvements from other platforms to the mobile version. Expect couch co-op, cross-platform online multiplayer, enhanced controller interfaces, and visual and audio upgrades.
Disney Dreamlight Valley: The Princess and the Frog takes center stage! Tiana arrives to establish a restaurant and stall, joined by Remy. A New Orleans-style parade adds to the festive atmosphere.
Outlanders: Volume VI of the Outlanders Chronicles introduces six new playable leaders and explores the rise and fall of a community affected by a missing comet.
SimCity BuildIt: Another Sydney-themed update, focusing on eco-friendly additions. Build the Beam Wireless, Green Exchange, and Flower Bud, along with limited-time structures like the Sydney Zoo and Paper Bag. Participate in the Mayor's Pass Season for extra rewards.
Merge Mansion: This week's free-to-play matching puzzle game update introduces a new Speakeasy area, improvements to the Landing Room and Lounge, a new Mystery Pass with a pet, balance adjustments, and several upcoming events. Bug fixes are also included.
That concludes this week's update roundup. Please share any significant updates I may have missed in the comments below. Major updates will receive individual news stories throughout the week, and I'll be back next Monday with another summary. Have a great week!
