An interview with Apple's new VP of the App Store, Carson Oliver, on Apple's gaming vision, Apple Arcade, providing tools for indie game developers, and more (Giovanni Colantonio/Polygon)
In an exclusive interview, Apple's new vice president of the App Store, Carson Oliver, discusses the company's gaming vision, Apple Arcade, and tools for indie game developers. Oliver highlights Apple's commitment to gaming and emphasizes the importance of providing a seamless gaming experience across all devices. He also mentions the upcoming launch of Apple Arcade, a subscription service that offers a wide range of games for a monthly fee. Oliver also discusses the company's efforts to support independent game developers and provide them with the tools they need to succeed.
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Apple's new vice president of the App Store, Carson Oliver, discusses the company's gamin…: Apple's new vice president of the App Store, Carson Oliver, discusses the company's gaming vision, Apple Arcade, and tools for indie game developers.
Oliver highlights Apple's commitment to gaming and emphasizes the importance of providing…: Oliver highlights Apple's commitment to gaming and emphasizes the importance of providing a seamless gaming experience across all devices.
He also mentions the upcoming launch of Apple Arcade, a subscription service that offers…: He also mentions the upcoming launch of Apple Arcade, a subscription service that offers a wide range of games for a monthly fee.
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