Direct-to-Consumer Banks Hit $17 Billion, Google Adjusts Play Store Fees
The latest episode of the Week in Mobile Games Podcast from PocketGamer.biz covers significant developments in the mobile gaming industry. Notably, a recent report from Appcharge reveals that direct-to-consumer platforms are generating $17 billion. In addition, Google is implementing new fees for its Play Store, which includes a controversial 20% platform tax that is not associated with Google Pay.
The episode also highlights HoYoverse's upcoming title, Honkai: Nexus Anima, and discusses Scopely's launch of the Monopoly Go Chat app. Other topics include the newly released Traitors WhatsApp game and recent layoffs at Kabam, alongside anticipated job cuts at Microsoft.
Why it matters
For those interested in staying updated on the latest trends and insights in mobile gaming, the podcast is available across various platforms, including YouTube and Spotify, with a catalog of previous episodes accessible on their podcast page.
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