Apple might be working on a dedicated App Store just for games

Apple is working on a new dedicated gaming application that will combine App Store functionality with Game Center features, according to sources familiar with the matter reported by 9to5Mac.

The upcoming app aims to create a centralised hub for iOS gaming , featuring both regular App Store games and Apple Arcade titles. Users will be able to access their game library, view friends' activities, and discover new titles through a tabbed interface that includes a "Play Now" section with editorial content and personalised game recommendations.

The gaming-focused platform will integrate with users' existing Game Center profiles and showcase gaming events, leaderboards, achievements, and important game updates, 9to5Mac reports. Apple is also exploring social gaming features through potential FaceTime and iMessage integration, allowing players to communicate more easily during gaming sessions.

The company is reportedly experimenting with mini-games based on App Clips technology, which would let users try games without full downloads.

The new gaming app appears to be part of Apple's broader push into gaming, following the recent introduction of tools in iOS 18 and macOS 15 that help developers port Mac games to iOS devices. The company currently offers Apple Arcade, its monthly gaming subscription service, integrated within the App Store.

While the exact release timeline remains unclear, sources suggest the dedicated gaming app could arrive either as part of a future iOS 18 update or with iOS 19 .