Get ready for an exciting update! Xbox is launching a new Android app, potentially as early as next month (November), allowing users to purchase and play games directly from their mobile devices.
The Details:
This announcement follows a significant antitrust ruling against Google. The court's decision mandates that Google Play Store offer increased flexibility and a broader selection of apps from competing third-party stores for three years, starting November 1st, 2024. This opens the door for Xbox's new app.
Currently, the existing Xbox Android app allows game downloads to Xbox consoles and cloud streaming for Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. The November release will add the crucial feature of in-app game purchases.
Xbox President Sarah Bond shared this news on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the positive impact of the court ruling on expanding options and flexibility within the Google Play Store ecosystem.
While specific details are still emerging, the new app promises a more streamlined and integrated gaming experience on Android. For more in-depth information, check out the CNBC article linked in the original text.