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Google Prepares to Retire Play Games App as Key Features Move to Play Store

The standalone Play Games mobile app faces discontinuation as Google integrates gaming features into the Play Store and accelerates its PC gaming platform development.

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Von 3,4 auf 1,8 Millionen: Google hat im Play Store rigoros aussortiert – und will so die App-Qualität deutlich verbessern.

Overview

  • Google is migrating core Play Games features, such as achievements, player profiles, and social tools, directly into the Play Store.
  • The standalone Play Games mobile app is expected to be discontinued after the integration is complete, though Google has not officially confirmed a timeline.
  • Since early 2024, Google has removed nearly 2 million apps from the Play Store, reducing its catalog by 47% under stricter quality guidelines introduced in July 2024.
  • The Play Store cleanup aims to eliminate defective, harmful, or low-value apps, improving user experience and app discoverability.
  • While the mobile Play Games app receives minimal updates, Google continues to invest in the PC beta version of the platform, signaling a shift toward PC gaming.