Redownload games with the Apple Games app

In the Apple Games app, you can access your entire game library, including new and past downloads, on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Before you begin

Make sure that you upgrade your device to the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, or macOS.

How to redownload games

  1. Open the Apple Games app. If prompted, sign in to your Apple Account and your Game Center account.

  2. Do one of the following to find the game you want to redownload:

    • Tap or click Library, then scroll to Your Games to see a list of all of the games you have played. If you don't see the game you're looking for, check your filters and make sure none of them are selected.

    • Tap or click the Search tab, type the game you're looking for in the search field, then tap or click the Search button. Select Library at the top of your screen to only see search results from your game library.

  3. Tap or click the game that you would like to redownload, then tap or click the Redownload button.

You can also see a list of apps that you've purchased, but are not downloaded on your device in the App Store. Learn how to redownload apps and games from the App Store.

If there’s an issue when you redownload games

  • If you're seeing a price or the Get button for a game that you've previously purchased, make sure you're signed in to the Apple Account that you used to purchase the game.

  • If you still can't redownload a game, try these tips.

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