Google announces these 4 updates at 2024 Games Developer Summit for better gaming experience
At the Google for Games Developer Summit 2024, Google unveiled a suite of new tools and product features for developers and gamers. With these updates, developers can take their games to the next level so that gamers can experience even more immersive worlds and have new ways to interact with their favourite titles.
Let’s delve into the updates that Google announced at the Games Developer Summit 2024.
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Google announced that Google Play Pass subscribers in select markets will receive in-game items and discounts on popular games like EA SPORTS FC Mobile, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, MONOPOLY GO! and Roblox.
This will be offered in addition to Google’s current catalogue of over 1,000 ad-free games and apps.
For those who are unaware, the Google Play Pass costs ₹99 per month and ₹889 annually.
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Now, you will see the latest YouTube videos of some popular games directly on the Games tab and store listing page.
Also, instead of pop-ups or video breaks during gameplay, you can now choose to engage with integrated ads or simply continue playing.
Google is making it easier for developers to integrate multiple sign-in options with Play Games Services, enabling developers to offer users their preferred sign-in method.
Additionally, your game progress and achievements will seamlessly sync across devices, allowing you to resume gameplay from any signed-in device.
Google announced that Play Games will expand support for native PC games. This means you will be able to discover and play a larger selection of games designed specifically for PC directly through Google Play.
Already, popular PC titles such as Lineage2M, Odin: Valhalla Rising, Genshin Impact and Dragonheir: Silent Gods are available, with more top games set to be introduced.
