Introducing Google Play game services
Blog post from Google Cloud
Google Play game services, launched by Google in May 2013, aims to revolutionize mobile and social gaming by offering developers essential tools to enhance game experiences across platforms. These services include achievements, leaderboards, real-time multiplayer, and cloud saving, which foster player engagement and provide seamless gaming experiences on Android and iOS devices. By leveraging Google's mobile and cloud expertise, developers can focus on creating exceptional games while utilizing features like social leaderboards through Google+ circles and simplified storage APIs for game settings. The services are accessible via an SDK for Android and a native iOS SDK, along with REST APIs for developers on other platforms, opening up new possibilities for game development and player interaction.