A few years back, Apple showcased No Man’s Sky running smoothly on a MacBook, hinting at bigger plans for gaming on its devices. Recently, I experienced a showcase where new games, including Resident Evil 7, were demoed on various Apple devices like the MacBook Air M3 and 13” iPad Pro M4, showing promising advancements in iOS gaming.
Advancements in Gaming
While seeing games like Control and Valheim on Apple devices is impressive, the true test lies in whether developers will release new games on Apple alongside other platforms. The showcase featured games like Diablo Immortal with ray tracing on the iPad Pro M4, showcasing Apple’s commitment to cutting-edge gaming experiences.
Apple’s newest devices are showing their capability in running recent games, but the real challenge lies in attracting partners to release new games on Apple platforms simultaneously with other platforms. Games like Palworld and the upcoming Frostpunk 2 highlight Apple’s progress in this space.
Future Prospects
Apple’s gaming ecosystem is gaining traction, with games like Frostpunk 2 and Assassin’s Creed Shadows set to release on Apple devices along with other platforms, showcasing the company’s commitment to gaming. With advancements like the Apple Game Porting Toolkit 2, Apple is rapidly expanding its gaming offerings and audience.
