Apple Arcade is just around the corner, the subscription game service for iOS and macOS will be an important bet for the company. The competition knows this and everyone seems to want their own version. Now it is Google who confirms that Google Play Pass is coming soon, his alternative to Apple's proposal.
Google Play Pass, Google's subscription gaming service
Today the Apple event will be held and beyond the new iPhone and some surprises in terms of hardware many expect to know details of the company's new services. Apple TV+ is one of them and the other is Apple Arcade.
Apple Arcade is a video game service that through a subscription of 4,99 euros per month will allow access to a wide catalog of titles, without integrated purchases and without advertising. This new proposal will be available for both iOS and macOS and tvOS.
Well, Google already knew that it was preparing something similar, but there was no confirmation so far. But now we can say that yes, that Google Play Pass is coming thanks to the tweet that the company has published on its official Google Play profile.
It's almost time ⏲️ Google Play Pass is coming soon. pic.twitter.com/vTbNmRehLm
- Google Play (@GooglePlay) September 9, 2019
Dropping this tweet today is not accidental, Google knows the importance and coverage that will be given to the Apple event. Therefore, taking the opportunity to make some noise, get some attention and that the apple company does not grab headlines is important.
Even so, not much information is known what exactly will Google's proposal offer. According to leaks, the price would be identical, 4,99 euros per month, but what games will it include? That is a big unknown, because the catalog of games for Android is not as extensive as that of iOS. Although if it serves to filter all the existing backpack in the Play Store, it would already make sense for all those who play regularly on their Android terminals.
Equally, with Stadia just around the corner as well, this feels more like a move to offer something similar and look like they're falling behind. Although, as we say, with Stadia nearby, being able to play more demanding titles from any screen is more interesting.
For gaming services via subscription
With Apple Arcade, Google Play Pass and what other major companies like Microsoft offer or will offer, you might think that there is no room for more players, but it is not. GameClub is another proposal which was already announced, without many details, in the month of March.
The positive and interesting part of this other option is that it does not focus on a single platform, but rather allows you to play a series of titles on both iOS and Android. Also that you can play without an internet connection, although from time to time you will have to validate that you still have your subscription active.
In short, with so much subscription service we can complain about the final amount that will have to be paid if you want to have several, but not about the leisure options that will exist on the market. Let's see which one manages to convince more users.