About distribution with Google Play
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Google Play supports Android by providing cross-platform
game services and distribution through the
Google Play Store.
Google Play Games Services is a set of gaming and
distribution features that provide social engagement and multidevice support
on Android and ChromeOS. Features include:
- Friends lists
- Achievements
- Leaderboards
- Sign-in
- Saved games
Google Play Instant allows
potential players to launch native games from the Google Play Store without
installing them. Players can try your
game without committing time and device resources to a full
installation.
Play as you download allows players
to quickly start playing your game after a small download while the remaining
game files are downloaded in the background.
Additional Google Play features
Additional Google Play features that support game development include:
For more information about app development with Google Play, see the Google Play
developer guides.
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Last updated 2023-08-15 UTC.
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