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business26 days ago•5 min saved

Pokemon Go Celebrates 10th Anniversary with $48.5M In-App Week

AppMagic data shows Pokémon Go generated more than $48.5 million in in-app purchases during its 10th anniversary week (July 6–12), driven by the Road to Legends event and related features, setting a new weekly revenue record with a 5.9x week-over-week increase. The US accounted for 37% of revenue and Japan 27%; over the last 30 days the game earned $98.1 million from just over 4 million downloads. In July it ranked seventh among global apps; since its 2016 launch, Pokémon Go has surpassed 700 million downloads and $6.4 billion in revenue. Scopely’s acquisition suggests no sequel is planned, with ongoing updates to keep both free and paying players engaged (trading, battles, shiny encounters).

via GamesIndustry.biz|

#10th-anniversary #business #in-app-purchases

gaming3 months ago•13 min saved

Nintendo unveils Pictonico, a photo-based mobile mini-game collection arriving May 28, 2026

Nintendo has announced Pictonico, a photo-based mobile mini-game experience that lets players insert their own faces into up to 80 challenges. The game launches May 28, 2026, with a free-to-start model and paid volumes (Volume 1 $5.99, Volume 2 $7.99) to unlock additional content, marking the latest Nintendo mobile title not tied to a franchise since Dragalia Lost.

via Nintendo Everything|

#gaming #in-app-purchases #mobile-game

technology3 months ago•4 min saved

Fraudulent Call History Apps Swindled 7.3 Million Android Users

Security researchers from ESET uncovered 28 Android apps on Google Play that claimed to unlock access to call histories but merely charged users for fake data; together they amassed over 7.3 million downloads before removal, with payments made via Google Play Billing, UPI-based apps (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm), or direct card checkout. Some apps even spoofed an Indian government developer name. Refunds may be available for Google Play purchases, but third‑party payments aren’t refundable. The report also notes a separate Indonesian fraud campaign (GoldFactory) using phishing, malware, and social engineering to steal about $2 million.

via The Hacker News|

#android #cybersecurity #google-play-store

technology5 months ago•6 min saved

EU PEGI overhauls ratings, signaling potential jump for EA Sports FC over loot boxes and paid content

Europe’s PEGI is introducing four new criteria in June to curb addictive design, unmonitored online communication, and paid content like loot boxes and, in some cases, NFT-linked purchases. The changes could lift games such as EA Sports FC (currently PEGI 3 with an in-app purchases warning) to PEGI 16, with a PEGI 7 option only if spending is off by default. NFTs could push some titles to PEGI 18, while unrestricted online chat could also trigger an 18 rating. First ratings under the new regime are expected later this summer.

via Eurogamer.net|

#in-app-purchases #loot-boxes #nfts

technology6 months ago•5 min saved

Apple Extends 30% App Store Fee to Patreon Creators With 2026 Switch Deadline

Apple has set a November 1, 2026 deadline for Patreon creators to switch to the iOS App Store's in-app purchase system, applying a 30% commission on subscriptions and digital goods (15% after a year); creators can either raise prices in the iOS app or absorb the fee, while supporters can still pay on Patreon’s website to bypass the commission; Patreon notes most creators have already switched and expresses disappointment with Apple's policy navigation.

via MacRumors|

#app-store #apple #commission

business9 months ago•1 min saved

Pokémon TCG Pocket Celebrates $1.3 Billion Milestone and First Anniversary

Pokémon TCG Pocket has generated nearly $1.3 billion in its first year, making it the highest-grossing debut for a Pokémon mobile app, driven by over 10 million downloads and continuous updates that keep players engaged.

via Nintendo Life|

#business #game-expansions #in-app-purchases

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

Pokémon TCG Pocket: Costly Collecting and Urgent Fixes Needed

A Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket player, Weens4Life, spent $1,500 and opened 1,741 booster packs to complete the Genetic Apex set, highlighting the challenges of collecting all cards, especially the rare alternate art ones. Completing the set took significant time and money, with the game offering limited free packs daily. Despite the cost, Weens4Life found the experience worthwhile but plans to focus only on base sets in the future. Pokémon TCG Pocket has been highly successful, earning $120 million in three weeks with 30 million downloads.

via IGN|

#collectibles #gaming #in-app-purchases

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

Pokémon TCG Pocket: Trading, Rarest Cards, and Upcoming Booster Packs

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, a popular mobile game with over 30 million downloads, will introduce a card trading feature starting January 2025. The update will initially allow trading of certain cards, with plans to expand the selection over time. Additionally, new booster packs are expected by the end of the year, and more features are in development. The game has been generating significant revenue, earning over $5 million daily on November 8th and 9th.

via The Verge|

#gaming #in-app-purchases #mobile-gaming

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Epic's Push for Google App Store Reform After Antitrust Victory"

Epic Games has submitted a proposed permanent injunction against Google, seeking to open up the Play Store and allow users to download apps from any source, as well as give developers and users the freedom to choose how they offer and pay for in-app purchases. The injunction also aims to prevent Google from retaliating against Epic or any app or developer for challenging app store practices. If approved, this could lead to significant changes in the Android app ecosystem, potentially allowing third-party app stores onto the Play Store without fees and access to its library of apps.

via Engadget|

#antitrust #app-distribution #epic-games

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Apple's Unjustified Fees: Epic's Battle for App Store Justice"

Epic Games accuses Apple of violating a court ruling by charging "unjustified fees" for in-app purchase links that direct customers to third-party purchase options on the web. Apple is still charging a commission for these purchases, requiring developers to pay between 12 and 27 percent, which Epic Games claims makes the links "commercially unusable." The company is asking the court to hold Apple in contempt and require it to bring its policies into compliance with the injunction.

via MacRumors|

#app-store #apple #court-battle

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Google Play Enhances User Experience with AI FAQs, Native PC Game Support, and Play Pass Growth"

Google Play announced new features for game listings, including AI-powered FAQs, displaying YouTube videos, immersive ad formats, and support for native PC game publishing. The updates aim to attract more users and drive in-app purchases, with new tools for developers to promote their games and target specific user groups. Additionally, Google is introducing new ad products and expanding its Play Pass and Play Points programs to offer more benefits to users and developers.

via TechCrunch|

#ai #game-developers #google-play

businesstech2 years ago•2 min saved

"EU Antitrust Crackdown: Apple's Pricing Dispute with Spotify"

Spotify plans to display pricing information for its Premium subscriptions within its iOS app in the EU, following the European Commission's ruling against Apple's anti-steering rules. If approved by Apple, the update will allow users to view subscription prices and features, with links to purchase on Spotify's website. This move comes after the European Commission fined Apple for "abusing its dominant position" and ordered it to remove anti-steering provisions for music streaming apps. Apple has stated its intention to appeal the decision and accused Spotify of attempting to "rewrite the rules of the App Store."

via The Verge|

#apple #businesstech #european-commission

technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Meta vs. Apple: The Battle Over App Store Fees and Boosted Posts"

Apple updated its App Store Review Guidelines to require social media apps to use its in-app purchase system for sales of "boosted" posts, resulting in a 30% fee for Meta's advertisers purchasing boosted posts through Facebook and Instagram apps for iOS. Meta will pass on the added cost to its customers and require prepayment for boosted posts. Apple responded, stating that it has always required in-app purchases for digital goods and services, and has given Meta ample opportunity to comply with the guidelines.

via MacRumors|

#app-store #apple #boosted-posts

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Elden Ring Mobile: Free-to-Play Version in Development with In-App Purchases and Microtransactions"

Elden Ring is reportedly getting a free-to-play mobile adaptation with in-app purchases, inspired by Genshin Impact and published by Tencent, who acquired licensing rights to the game in 2022. The development has been slow due to differences in business models and company culture between From Software and Tencent. Meanwhile, the release of Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree expansion is eagerly anticipated, with recent Steam updates hinting at a possible February release date.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#elden-ring #free-to-play #gaming

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Apple Expands App Store to Include Game Streaming Services and In-App Purchases for Mini-Apps and Chatbots"

Apple is updating its rules around streaming game services and mini-apps, allowing developers to submit a single app that can stream all games offered in their catalog. This change could impact companies like Netflix and OpenAI. In addition, mini-games, mini-apps, chatbots, and plug-ins will now be able to incorporate Apple’s in-app purchase system. Apple is also rolling out new reports to help developers analyze their app’s performance and removing the requirement for developers to add sign-in with Apple alongside other sign-in options.

via TechCrunch|

#app-store #apple #eu-digital-markets-act