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Still, that hasn’t stopped them from trying.
However, as expected, Google isn’t taking Microsoft’s efforts lying down.
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Now, Google itself has responded (viaPureXbox).
Microsoft, like Epic, are ignoring these very real security concerns.
Oof, as the kids say.
Due to Google’s 30% fees on transactions, Microsoft had to remove in-app purchases from its Xbox app on Android to keep the service financially viable. It’s now accessible on the web atxbox.com/play.
Let’s break down what’s actually going on.
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And what’s the bottom line?
Tim Sweeney is completely correct that Google’s statement is deceitful.
Android-based gaming devices have never really taken off, and at least part of that is likely due to Google’s steep cut on app sales forcing manufacturers to price themselves out of the market to make a profit.
This gives it a huge advantage when it comes to data powering its search and ad empire.
And THAT’S the bottom line!
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Microsoft’s “Xbox Everywhere” strategy hinges on selling Xbox games on every platform humanly possible. So far, its efforts have revolved around Windows PC and the mobile web, thanks to Apple and Google’s iron grip on native mobile software.
