The Google Play Store is introducing changes and updates with “new ways to interact” with games on your mobile.
The company says users should start watching YouTube videos about some of the most popular games on the Play Store in the “Games” tab.
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In a post on the Android Developers blog, Google announced that store listings will now display “more prominently” game updates, new content, and game offers. However, these changes won’t affect all users ,as Google says they will only apply to English speakers.
Developers are getting new tools for in-game advertising. The company says users can find ads seamlessly integrated into a game, similar to video ads. Mobile game developers can now run ads without interrupting gameplay.
Alongside the Play Store updates, users should keep an eye out for the new FAQ section created by AI that appears on an app's details page.
PC users are getting additional support for Google Play Games for built-in board games. Soon, users will be able to access an expanded library of supported mobile games from their PC. Google is announcing the introduction of Solo Leveling: Aris, along with titles like Genshin Impact, Odin: Valhalla, and Lineage2M, through the Play Games launcher for PC.
Play Pass subscribers are enjoying great benefits. Starting yesterday (March 12), they are receiving additional gifts to enjoy their games even more. According to the announcement, new options and discounts will be available soon for EA SPORTS FC Mobile, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, MONOPOLY GO! and Roblox.
Google's Play Pass reportedly grew 120% in the past year. The company plans to expand the service's in-game rewards to 21 markets by 2024, including Japan. It also plans to introduce Play Pass to South Korea this year.
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The company is now focusing on its loyalty rewards program called “Play Points,” announcing that it has surpassed 220 million members and plans to introduce it soon in Brazil.
Finally, Google is giving developers additional tools to offer more options for connecting to services for users. It doesn't give details on what those options will look like, but it does emphasize that game development and progression will be independent of the method you choose.
Source: androidcentral
