Google is making significant strides with Google Play Games on PC, aiming to bridge the gap between mobile and desktop gaming. One of the major announcements is that all Android games will soon be available on PC by default, unless developers opt out. Previously, developers had to opt in, which limited the selection of games available on the platform.
Pushing to Blur the Lines Between Mobile and Desktop Gaming
Currently, Google Play Games boasts over 50 native PC games, with plans to open the platform to all PC developers later this year. To help users distinguish between games that perform well on PC, Google is introducing playability badges. Games labeled as 'optimized' meet Google's stringent quality standards for an exceptional gaming experience. Those marked as 'playable' meet the minimum requirements, while 'untested' games won't appear in normal browsing and must be searched for directly.
This approach is reminiscent of Steam's compatibility badges for the Steam Deck. Should Google successfully transition a significant portion of its Android games to PC, it could pose a formidable challenge to Steam.
On the flip side, Google Play Games is also bringing well-known PC games to Android devices. Dredge is already available, with TABS Mobile and Disco Elysium set to join later this year. These ports are fully optimized for touchscreen use.
If Google manages to streamline this cross-platform setup, gamers could enjoy the convenience of purchasing a game once and playing it seamlessly on both their phone and PC. For more detailed insights into Google's gaming plans, be sure to check out the official blog post.
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