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EA claims 'rate this app' prompt designed to gather feedback on how it can improve the title
Read More »EA Mythic defends Dungeon Keeper and IAPs
Developer aware of controversy and is working on fine-tuning game based on player feedback, says producer
Read More »How will the OFT’s published principles affect developers?
UKIE CEO Jo Twist discusses what studios can take away from today's report
Read More »UK game developers could face invasive investigations if found to be in breach of IAP rules
It is important principles do not put UK game industry at a 'competitive disadvantage', says legal expert
Read More »UKIE and TIGA commend OFT’s call for increased transparency on IAPs
Trade bodies call for consistent global approach
Read More »OFT gives developers two months to ‘get house in order’ on in-app purchases
New principles call on game industry to be upfront on IAPs in children's games
Read More »New How to Train Your Dragon iOS game features £69.99 IAP
With a second movie on the way later this year, How To Train Your Dragon is the star of a new iOS and Facebook game. Be warned, however – this kids game is just the latest in a long line to feature some eye-watering prices for its in-app-purchases. Apps Playground …
Read More »Just 2% of children pay for IAPs without parental permission, research claims
New study says parents have greater control over in-game spending 'than reports would have us believe'
Read More »GTA Online economy designed "for the vast majority of players who will not buy extra cash"
The in-game economy of Grand Theft Auto Online has been designed for those who won’t pay out on the included microtransactions. That’s according to Rockstar, which has moved to reassure players who were perturbed by yesterday’s news that users will be able to buy in-game currency using real-life cash. You …
Read More »OFT warns devs over in-app payments
It may be a little behind the times, but the Office of Fair Trading has issued a reports warning smartphone developers about their in-app-payment strategies. A new sector-wide principles paper published for consultation today by the OFT has highlighted a number of areas of concern regarding the sector, chief of …
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