In a significant move for the mobile gaming industry, Flexion and EA have once again joined forces to expand the availability of EA's mobile game catalog to alternative app stores. This partnership marks a notable shift in how major publishers are approaching distribution beyond the traditional giants, Google Play and the iOS App Store.
The rise of alternative app stores has been a hot topic, especially since legal changes in regions like the EU compelled Apple to open up to these platforms. Flexion, known for bringing games like Candy Crush Solitaire to alternative stores, is now extending this reach with EA's extensive mobile back-catalogue.
What does this mean for you, the gamer? Until recently, if you wanted to play mobile games, your options were primarily limited to the iOS App Store or Google Play. However, recent legal shifts have pushed Apple and Google to relax some of their stringent policies, paving the way for alternative app stores. These new platforms often come with enticing incentives to draw in users.
Take the Epic Games Store, for example, which is known for offering free games to attract players. While it's unlikely that the platforms Flexion is targeting will match this generosity, they are expected to offer more flexible policies than those traditionally enforced by Apple and Google.
Looking ahead, EA's involvement is particularly telling. As a dominant force in the gaming world, known for acquiring smaller studios, EA's move towards alternative app stores signals a broader industry trend. If EA sees potential in these platforms, it's a strong indication that other publishers will follow suit.
While specific titles haven't been confirmed yet, speculation suggests games like Diablo Immortal and other Candy Crush titles could be on the list. This expansion promises to enhance accessibility and choice for mobile gamers worldwide.
