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8 days ago  The arrival of Apple Arcade last year was something that we’d been looking forward to – and was rumored – for a long time. Now it’s here, and you can play games on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.And it’s the last one we’re going to cover today, so if you’ve been wondering how to play some Apple Arcade games on the Mac you’re in the right place. Aug 30, 2017  While the Apple TV can play any game available on the Apple store, several games are made specifically for the big screen. However, with the huge number of games on the app store, determining what’s worth the time is difficult. Fortunately, a few of these titles rise above their peers and are definite must-plays. Connect your Mac to your TV Connect one end of the video cable (or an adapter, if necessary) to the computer’s Thunderbolt port. If you need to adjust the resolution on your TV, choose Apple menu System Preferences, click Displays. If you want your HDTV to play audio as well as video from. 20 Apple TV games you should absolutely play. These are our picks for the 20 best Apple TV games you can play today. Grab your Siri Remote and get your game on. The 10 best Mac games of 2019.

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Feb 03, 2020  Plug it in and turn on your TV. Plug your Apple TV into power and connect it to your TV with an HDMI cable. To watch movies in 4K HDR on Apple TV 4K, make sure that you’re using an HDMI 2.0 or later cable, and have a TV that supports 4K, HDR, or both. You can also set up your Apple TV 4K to play sound in Dolby Atmos. Apr 02, 2020  Connect your iPhone or iPad to the Lightning cable end of the adapter and the HDMI or VGA cable to the other. Hook the cable into the back of the television and switch the TV's.

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Sonic Racing

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Hedgehogs, start your engines. This fast-paced game offers console-quality graphics and innovative gameplay. But you’ll need a touch of strategy if you want to win.

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Towaga: Among Shadows

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Test your patience and hand-eye coordination in the visually stunning Towaga. You’re Chimù, a light-wielder holding back the dark in a world beset by supernatural shadow creatures. AirPods recommended for the dynamic and adaptive soundtrack.

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Sneaky Sasquatch

RAC7 Games

Control a very hungry Sneaky Sasquatch as he steals food from park goers. Things get crazy when you have to dress him up to interact with humans. Watch out for the park ranger who’s out to ruin your snack!

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Redout: Space Assault

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Strap into the cockpit of a Super Orbital Recon Fighter in this exhilarating space shooter. Fight off rebels and space pirates. Level up your ride with bigger, badder weapons, and dock your fighter to the larger Corvettes for the ultimate firepower.

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Rayman Mini

Ubisoft

Run little Rayman, run! Rayman Mini is a runner platform game that shrinks the classic character down to the size of an ant. Explore the gorgeous big-little world as Rayman tries to break the spell that shrank him. Fast-paced fun for the entire family.

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LEGO Brawls

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The bricks will fly in this multiplayer brawler set in the LEGO universe. Players create their own characters, collaborate with teammates to build and control machines, and battle to win.

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Escape the Bermuda Triangle. Manipulate shadows. Rescue a prince. Survive high school.

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AirPlay lets you stream video and mirror your display from iPhone, iPad, or Mac to Apple TV. It also lets you stream audio to Apple TV and any compatible speakers, including those connected to an AirPort Express router. If you're on the same Wi-Fi network, AirPlay simply connects and starts streaming. If you're not on the same network, AirPlay can use point-to-point Wi-Fi to stream. That makes AirPlay great for entertainment, education, and enterprise — just tap a button, choose a target, and watch your show or run your presentation.

How to AirPlay video from your iPhone or iPad

You can AirPlay any video simply by mirroring your screen. Some video players, like YouTube, will even let you AirPlay right from the video pane (there'll be an AirPlay button on the bottom right of the video window when you tap it).

  1. Swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to bring up Control Center.
  2. Tap Screen Mirroring.

  3. Tap the device you'd like to AirPlay to.

If you're not on the same Wi-Fi network as the Apple TV you're targeting — for example, if you're at a meeting — the Apple TV will display a code and require you to enter it on your iPhone or iPad before streaming over point-to-point Wi-Fi.

How to stop AirPlay video on your iPhone and iPad

When you want to stop AirPlay, it's just as easy.

  1. Swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to bring up Control Center.
  2. Tap the device name that you're AirPlaying to. The device name takes the place of 'Screen Mirroring' in Control Center.

  3. Tap Stop Mirroring.

How to AirPlay audio from your iPhone or iPad

Just like with video, some audio apps will build in their own AirPlay button. Whether they do or not, you can always AirPlay your audio from the Now Playing card in Control Center, and send it to any Apple TV, AirPort Express-connected speakers, or any speakers with AirPlay built-in.

  1. Swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to bring up Control Center.
  2. Tap the AirPlay button on the Now Playing Widget.

  3. Tap the device you'd like to AirPlay to.

How to stop AirPlay audio from your iPhone or iPad

If you're done with your audio on AirPlay, you can quickly bring it right back to your iPhone or iPad.

  1. Swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to bring up Control Center.
  2. Tap the AirPlay button on the Now Playing Widget.

  3. Tap your iPhone (or iPad) in the device list.

How to AirPlay Mirror from your Mac

Before you can mirror your Mac using AirPlay, you need to make sure all your devices are compatible. To use AirPlay Mirroring between devices on the same Wi-Fi network, you need:

  • Apple TV 2 (2010)
  • Apple TV 3 (2012)
  • Apple TV 4 (2015)
  • Apple TV 4K (2017)

And:

  • iMac (2011 or later)
  • iMac Pro (2017 or later)
  • Mac mini (2011 or later)
  • MacBook (2015 or later)
  • MacBook Air (2011 or later)
  • MacBook Pro (2011 or later)
  • Mac Pro (2013 or later)

To use point-to-point AirPlay Mirroring between devices not on the same Wi-Fi network, you need:

  • Apple TV 3 rev A (2013)
  • Apple TV 4 (2015)
  • Apple TV 4K (2017)

And:

  • iMac (2012 or later)
  • iMac Pro (2017 or later)
  • Mac mini (2012 or later)
  • MacBook (2015 or later)
  • MacBook Air (2012 or later)
  • MacBook Pro (2012 or later)
  • Mac Pro (Late 2013 or later)

You should also make sure you're running the latest software for your Mac and Apple TV.

  1. Click on the AirPlay icon on the right side of your Mac's menubar.

  2. Click on Apple TV from the dropdown. Top free mmo mac games. (If you have multiple Apple TV's in the vicinity, choose the one you want to use right now.)

How to switch AirPlay Mirroring modes on your Mac

AirPlay Mirroring will default to mirroring your HDTV's native resolution on your Mac. If you want to change that, it's easy to do.

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  1. Click on the AirPlay icon on the right side of your Mac's menubar.

  2. Choose your preferred option:

    • Click on Mirror Built-In Display to mirror your Mac's native resolution on your TV.
    • Click on Mirror Apple TV to resize your Mac's resolution to match the resolution of your TV.

    • Click on Use as Separate Display to have your Mac extend your desktop and treat your TV as an additional display.

How to stop AirPlay Mirroring from your Mac

When you're done and want to return your Apple TV to being an Apple TV, it's easy to shut off.

  1. Click on the AirPlay icon on the right side of your Mac's menubar.

  2. Click on Turn AirPlay Off.

Or simply click on the Menu button on you Apple TV remote. That'll stop AirPlay and return you to the Apple TV interface instantly.

Enhance your Apple TV experience

There's a long list of awesome accessories for Apple TV, including these two:

SteelSeries Nimbus Bluetooth Mobile Gaming Controller($49 at Amazon)

If you're a gamer, you need the Nimbus. The perfect controller offers all the standard gaming buttons and a comfortable grip.

TotalMount Apple TV Mount($18 at Amazon)

This low-priced mount has an open-back design, which allows for proper airflow, something that is a necessity when you're running your high-graphics games in 4K. Buy, install, and forget about it.

Any questions?

Having trouble with AirPlay or have any additional questions? Let me know in comments!

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