- The team at PocketGamer.biz delves deeper into the most interesting events in mobile gaming that occurred over the past week.
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In the fast-paced world of the games industry, some stories stick with us. That’s why we’ve created a weekly digest where the experts at PocketGamer.biz explore and discuss the noteworthy occurrences in the mobile gaming sphere from the previous week.
Daniel Griffiths
Editor – PocketGamer.biz
Apple’s App Store to split in two following the departure of its vice president
Recent developments at Apple signal a shift in their approach, with announcements such as global NFC access, the option to set default iPhone browsers other than Safari, and the ability to delete core apps like Camera and App Store. It seems a new era is on the horizon with the reported creation of a department dedicated to working with alternative app stores.
It’s a significant change that even led to the departure of a long-standing Apple executive. Stay tuned for more updates with the upcoming iOS18 release.
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp to close, but fans can continue playing… For a fee…
Despite the closure of Animal Crossing Pocket Camp, fans have the option to pay a one-time fee to continue playing and retain their progress. This decision sparked mixed reactions among players, with some embracing the opportunity for offline play and others feeling disappointed. It’s a trend that may see more games offering similar closure options in the future.
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket opens pre-registrations as release date revealed
Exciting news for Pokémon fans as the Trading Card Game Pocket is set to launch this October, promising a fresh digital take on the beloved card game. With free daily packs and legendary Pokémon confirmed, this release could be a game-changer for the franchise.
Pre-registrations are now live, giving players a chance to dive into the Pokémon universe once again. Will Pocket be the next big hit like Pokémon Go? Only time will tell.
