Google has added support for nearby multiplayer in Android games.
"Google Play Games has added the ability for players to find each other nearby in multiplayer games with the latest Play services update," said the Android Developers Google Plus page. "Through games that support Play Games multiplayer, players can now invite others nearby into the same game when starting a multiplayer session, creating more local competitive and cooperative experiences."
The new feature will be available to Android games that utilize Google Play Games services.
October 18, 2014 - 10:43am