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  • Google Play Pass launched with 350 games and apps

    Google Play Pass launched with 350 games and apps

    Google has finally launched its version of Apple Arcade with the ‘Play Pass’ subscription service for Android-powered devices. The service will be available in the US starting this week, and it’s expected to roll out in other countries ‘soon’.

    Google Play Pass is similar to Apple Arcade, however, Google’s take on its app-based subscription model is slightly different than that of Apple. Google’s Play Pass Service includes apps as well as games, while Apple Aracde solely offers games with a library of 100 titles.

    Google Play Pass service bundles 350 games and apps with no ads and without any in-app purchases for $4.99. Besides, Google will offer users a 10-day free trial period and also plans to give users the first year at an introductory price of $1.99 a month.

    “The Play Pass collection spans hundreds of titles, from games that help you unwind to apps that power productivity,” said Google product manager Austin Shoemaker in a blog post.

    Some of the game titles offered in the service at launch include long-time favorites such as Limbo, Monument Valley, Stardew Valley, and Risk. Other notable games include the likes of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Terraria, Old Man’s Journey, and Mini Metro. Nearly two-thirds of the apps included in the Play Pass service are games. Apart from games, the service also includes popular apps such as Accuweather which are served free of ads and without any in-app purchases.

    Besides, Google also promised that it plans to add new games and apps to the service every month.

    The launch of Play Pass comes as Google plans to make big headway in the gaming sector. The search engine giant plans to release Stadia in November. The upcoming streaming platform is designed to run games without a high-end PC or console. All you’ll need is a Chromecast and television which allows you to access high-resolution games via the cloud.

  • Google Play Pass service may cost $4.99 a month on debut

    Google Play Pass service may cost $4.99 a month on debut

    Google has been working on its Play Pass service for quite sometime now. The company recently confirmed that they are currently testing the service, though did not reveal any specifics about its release.

    In case you didn’t know, Google’s Play Pass is a new subscription based service that will give members access to a plethora of popular apps and games that usually require recurring or upfront payment. As Play pass mebers won’t have to make any sort of payments with apps or towards in-app purchases.

    According to sources, Google is currently testing the service with a monthly subscription plan of $4.99 a month. That said, the pricing could change by the time the service officially launches. Besides, a host of apps will be a part of Play Pass, which includes premium apps as well as several popular gaming titles.

    Google’s Play Pass can be deemed as a direct rival for Apple Arcade, which is a similar service offering access to multiple apps for monthly subscribers. However, Apple Arcade subscribers can access the service across multiple platforms such as iPhone, iPad, as well as the Apple TV. As of now, it remains unclear if Google has similar plans. For instance, whether Play Pass apps can also be accessed via Android TV and so on.

    However, industry experts are still skeptical whether Google’s plans to launch Play Pass would be a success. Now, this has much to do with the fact that unlike iOS users, Android users aren’t interested to pay for apps they want to use. In comparison, iOS users are more inclined pay for apps they use, hence an Apple Arcade sort of a plan can be a success on iOS.