Rodeo Stampede+ in Apple Arcade

Rodeo Stampede+ is one of those rare games that manages to be two different genres at once and succeeds at both. The 'riding' part of the game is fast and frantic, requiring genuine skill to navigate the chaos of the stampede. Then, you get to cool off by managing your zoo, which provides a great sense of long-term progression.

The 'plus' version is particularly great because it removes all the microtransactions, so you can actually enjoy the progression at a natural pace. The voxel art style is charming and keeps the game running smoothly even when the screen is full of buffalos and giraffes. It’s a perfect loop of action and relaxation.