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Gossip Harbour: A Mobile Game's Unexpected Move to Alternative App Stores
You've likely seen the ads, even if you don't play it. Gossip Harbour, a merge and story puzzle game, is a surprising success story. Developer Microfun has earned over $10 million on Google Play alone. But instead of focusing on further Google Play promotion, they've partnered with Flexion to launch on "alternative app stores."
What are alternative app stores? Simply put, they're any app stores besides Google Play and the iOS App Store. Even major players like the Samsung Galaxy Store are dwarfed by the dominance of Google and Apple.
The Profit Motive and the Future of Mobile Gaming
The move to alternative app stores is driven by profit. These stores offer potentially higher revenue. Furthermore, alternative app stores are poised for significant growth. Recent legal challenges to Google and Apple's app store monopolies are pushing for greater acceptance of alternative options. Companies like Huawei, with its AppGallery, are actively promoting their stores. Established titles like Candy Crush Saga have already made the switch.
Microfun and Flexion are betting on the rising popularity of alternative app stores. Whether this strategy pays off remains to be seen, but it highlights a shifting landscape in the mobile gaming market.
While we won't comment on Gossip Harbour's quality, if you're looking for excellent puzzle games, check out our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for iOS and Android!
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