Google Play's New Opportunity for Publishers and the Future of Mobile Gaming

The newest episode of the GamesIndustry.biz Microcast is ready for download, providing a concise overview of the week's most significant gaming news. This episode features Neil Long from MobileGamer.biz, who joins the discussion on the recent US court ruling that allows rival app stores on Google Play. The potential impact on Google, game developers, and major players like Epic Games and Xbox is explored, with a focus on how the next three years will be crucial in altering the mobile gaming landscape. Other topics include the controversy surrounding Roblox's metrics, the partnership between Konami and FIFA, and the emergence of new game studios. Additionally, the episode delves into the digitisation of video games, highlighting the continued importance of physical releases. The Microcast is available to stream, download as a podcast, or subscribe to via various platforms such as Spotify, iTunes, and YouTube.