Google Play Games Beta on PC: Android Games on Windows

Google Play Games for PC Beta Launch

Google is initiating a limited beta test of its Google Play Games for PC product today. This rollout will begin in three international markets: Hong Kong, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Announced last month during The Game Awards, the Google Play Games PC application extends the reach of Google Play games to Windows PCs. Currently, these games are available on mobile devices, tablets, and ChromeOS.

Expanding Platform Support

The new PC support encompasses both laptops and desktops. Google confirms that players will experience seamless transitions, continuing their gameplay from devices like their Android phones to their computers.

Originally slated for early 2022, the initial markets gaining access to the PC app are now receiving the beta. A specific launch date had previously remained unspecified.

Beta Features and Game Selection

Beta testers will have the opportunity to explore popular mobile titles. These include “Mobile Legends: Bang Bang,” “Summoners War,” “State of Survival: The Joker Collaboration,” and “Three Kingdoms Tactic.”

These games already boast a combined player base of hundreds of millions monthly. Google states that over 25 games will be available to beta testers.

Enhanced Gameplay Experience

The PC app allows users to browse and download games for play on a larger screen. Players can also utilize mouse and keyboard controls.

Gameplay progress will synchronize across devices. Furthermore, users will continue to accumulate Play Points while gaming on their PCs, as Google has confirmed.

Competition and Distribution

This launch follows Microsoft’s recent efforts to bring Android apps to Windows 11, through a collaboration with Amazon and the Amazon Appstore. Demand for cross-platform gaming is demonstrably increasing.

However, Google Play Games for PC is a standalone application developed and distributed directly by Google. It is not a game streaming service; games are downloaded for local play.

Developer Support and Future Growth

As the beta commences, Google will release detailed resources for Android developers. These resources will aid in optimizing existing games for compatibility with Windows PCs.

Google previously indicated that a Windows app could expand the Google Play gaming ecosystem to 2.5 billion monthly active users across all platforms.

Developer Beta Sign-Up

A dedicated developer website will launch today at 4 PM PT. Interested developers can express their interest and register to receive updates regarding the beta program.