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App Annie: Q1 mobile game downloads up 20% as players stay in

  • Posted byby Mike Minotti
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All of that social distancing is helping mobile gaming grow, according to mobile market data and analytics App Annie. Global mobile game downloads were up 20% in Q1 2020 compared to the same period last year.

To be precise, the recent quarter saw 13 billion new downloads. The current pandemic has many people stuck inside, often starved for entertainment or distraction. This is giving mobile gaming a boost.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.