VZW and PlayPhone have unveiled the Games Portal on the Verizon network. According to the PR release, it will serve as a “central gateway” to games on the network’s compatible Android devices – integrating social networks as well as achievements. They also announced the release of the SDK so that developers can start coding it into their games. Check the text below for the full details!
Official PR Text
Hey game developers,
We’re excited to announce that the new Games Portal launching on the Verizon network is almost here. PlayPhone’s SDK to get your game onboard is now available. Powered by PlayPhone, Games Portal gives game developers an unmatched opportunity to harness the power of Verizon’s massive distribution network and monetization efficiencies. The SDK to get your game onboard is now available. Powered by PlayPhone, Games Portal gives game developers an unmatched opportunity to harness the power of Verizon’s massive distribution network and monetization efficiencies.
Integrating is a breeze. Download the SDK now for rockstar gaming real estate.
Games Portal on the Verizon network is the central gateway to an explosive mobile social gaming experience on Verizon android devices. Gamers can discover and play the latest free and premium games with their friends, and they can stay up-to-date on their friends’ gaming activities.
PlayPhone’s SDK provides developers with powerful social game discovery capabilities – social game recommendations, friend invites, leaderboards, achievements and brags – enabling viral games discovery. Add in the sheer size of Verizon’s network and Games Portal becomes the mother lode of distribution, fueling exponential growth to your games.
PlayPhone’s single billing API provides direct billing integration with Verizon enabling a low-friction purchase experience that delivers sharply higher conversion rates than traditional app stores.
Net net: PlayPhone’s collaboration with Verizon gives developers a single point of integration for vast distribution, engaging social features, streamlined billing and access to merchandising, cross-promotion and the power of Verizon marketing.
