Although mobile gaming could already be considered to be at its peak, things within the industry are likely only going to boom even further in the next few years as there is still so much that can be done to help improve it further.
Of course, the technology involved within online gaming can be a huge factor as to why the industry continues to boom and why there are a number of big advancements set to come for those who use their mobile devices. You only have to look at the new technology at mobile casinos that is being used to make the online casino sector thrive as much as it is.
With 2020 having been a big year for mobile gaming, 2021 is set to be even bigger, which is why now it is worth taking a look at what technologies can be expected in the near future to help take the industry to another level.
Cross-platform play
Cross-platform play is perhaps the biggest drawback available to gamers at the moment, as it is not fully available for many devices. Of course, there are a number of gadgets and games that allow for players to play across different formats, however there are not many in the market at the moment.
With advancements in technology, such as the continued emergence and growth of cloud gaming, more and more titles should make their way to mobile devices and allow for an impressive mobile gaming experience in the near future.
Social play
Those that use a mobile device will tend to be a gamer that players socially, rather than obsessively. Many will look to use these devices to play games whilst on the move, as they travel to and from work, or whilst commuting on a long journey. Again, with the advancements being made in technology, including things such as 5G connectivity, it will allow for users to access some of the best games where possible with a faultless experience and one that can also help to further enhance the social aspects that certain games provide. Those that feature built-in chat, for instance, will be able to run it more successfully.
Augmented reality
Augmented reality, which is widely known as just AR, feels as though it has been around for a while, however the technology continues to improve and provide developers with the opportunity to continually evolve the mobile gaming industry as much as possible.
Pokemon Go was the starter for AR’s popularity back in 2016, and whilst there have not been too many games to follow its footsteps, it should only be a matter of time before they do. Devices are getting increasingly better, whilst the aforementioned technologies of cloud gaming and 5G will all play an influential role, as well.
Conclusion
There is certainly plenty of opportunity for mobile gaming to improve in the near future, and whilst it may all depend on whether the technology is available and accessible, there is certainly more than enough to get excited about.