The U.S.-based tech giant Google has updated its platform guidelines on Play Store, allowing developers to integrate NFTs into games as part of the gaming experience. The new conditions will go into effect on Dec. 7. Under the new guidelines, developers will be able to offer games where players can buy, sell, and earn tokenized assets, including NFTs. - However, the transactions involving tokenized assets will not be able to pave the way for gambling activities.
- Google also said the platform's existing Real-Money Gambling, Games, and Contests Policy would continue to apply to all the games on the platform.
- Developers will have to clearly state if a game allows users to earn or buy NFTs or cryptocurrencies.
- The company will also require developers to ensure that the value of an NFT is made clear to a player at the time of purchase.
- The tech giant stated that it adjusted its Play Store guidelines in cooperation with Web3 gaming leaders and would continue to talk to developers to understand their challenges and opportunities.
On the other hand, Google Play Store has not allowed crypto mining apps since 2018. - Rival Apple's App Store also started allowing games to feature NFTs, though they cannot unlock additional features, benefits, or content.
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