Delta Becomes First U.S. App to Add External Payment Link via Apple Entitlement

The game emulator now allows users to subscribe to Patreon directly from the app, bypassing Apple's In-App Purchases with a significant pricing strategy.

• Delta, a popular game emulator, has integrated an in-app link to Patreon, leveraging Apple's External Purchase Link Entitlement for the first time in the U.S.
• The entitlement, introduced by Apple in January, permits developers to offer external payment options while adhering to specific guidelines and still providing In-App Purchases.
• To encourage users to utilize the external link, Delta's developer has significantly increased the prices of In-App Purchase options compared to Patreon tiers.
• Patreon subscribers gain access to exclusive perks, including alternative app icons, experimental features, and online multiplayer functionality for Nintendo DS games.
• This marks a significant step in the ongoing evolution of App Store policies, following legal and regulatory pressures for more flexible payment methods.

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