FACEBOOK IS SHUTTING DOWN ITS STANDALONE GAMING APP IN OCTOBER

Thu 01 September 2022:

Meta will discontinue its standalone Facebook Gaming app for Android and iOS on October 28.

The software will also not be available on the Google Play or Apple App Stores.

Meta did not explain why it is discontinuing the standalone gaming app.

“Despite this news, our mission to connect players, fans and creators with the games they love hasn’t changed, and you’ll still be able to find your games, streamers and groups when you visit Gaming in the Facebook app,” reads a banner on its website.

“We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all of you for everything that you’ve done to build a thriving community for gamers and fans since this app first launched,” the notice added.

The app was launched in April 2020 to let users watch their favourite streamers, play instant games and take part in gaming groups.

“Facebook experienced some hurdles trying to launch the app, as Apple rejected the app numerous times, citing its rules that prohibit apps with the main purpose of distributing casual games, reports TechCrunch.

Because to Apple’s policies, Facebook was compelled to remove gameplay functionality from the app.

On the main Facebook app, the firm stated that it will continue to promote gaming communities, developers, and creators.

Facebook Gaming has released a new ‘Clips to Reels’ functionality for all developers that allows them to convert live gameplay clips into Reels.

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