Android Games Now Playable on PC Through Google Play Games

Google is making significant strides with Google Play Games on PC, expanding its gaming ecosystem by bringing more Android games to the platform. Additionally, Google is intensifying its efforts to integrate native PC games into Google Play Games.

Expanding Android Games to PC

Starting soon, every Android game will be available on PC by default, unless the developer opts out. Previously, developers had to opt in, which limited the catalogue size. This change aims to significantly increase the number of games available on PC through Google Play Games.

Blurring the Lines Between Mobile and Desktop Gaming

Currently, over 50 native PC games are accessible on Google Play Games. Later this year, Google plans to open the platform to all PC developers, allowing them to bring their games over. To help users identify which games perform well on PC, Google is introducing playability badges:

• Optimized: Games that meet Google's quality standards for an exceptional experience.
• Playable: Games that meet the minimum requirements for a satisfactory experience.
• Untested: Games that won't appear in normal browsing and require direct searching.

These badges are reminiscent of Steam's compatibility badges for the Steam Deck. If Google successfully brings a substantial number of its Android games to PC, it could pose a significant challenge to Steam.

Bringing PC Games to Android Devices

On the other side, Google Play Games is adding popular PC games to Android devices. "Dredge" is already available, while "TABS Mobile" and "Disco Elysium" are set to launch later this year. These PC-to-mobile ports will be fully optimized for touchscreen use.

If Google can seamlessly integrate this cross-platform setup, it could revolutionize gaming by allowing players to purchase a game once and enjoy it on both their phone and PC without additional hassle. For more details on Google's gaming plans, check out their official blog post.

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