Tech Desk 
Nov 05, 2024
Google Play Store may soon make it easier for Android gamers to manage and access their games with a new feature called "Continue Playing."
This feature is currently being tested and it will appear under the Games tab in the Play Store, where it will provide users with a convenient way to see all installed games on their device, helping them continue where they left off without scrolling through numerous app icons.
Google Play Store Continue Playing section
The “Continue Playing” section is designed to display a carousel of games already downloaded on the user’s phone. Each game in this carousel will come with a “Play” button, allowing users to launch a game instantly.
Alongside the Play button, users will see timestamps that reveal when each game was last played or, for new games, when it was first installed.
This not only provides a snapshot of gaming activity but also helps users keep track of how long it’s been since they last played a particular game, useful for remembering ongoing quests or missions in games with continuous storylines.
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This feature could be especially beneficial for users with large gaming libraries, as it neatly organises games in one place, prioritising recently played ones. It also caters to players who like to switch between multiple games by reducing the friction of finding each title.
As of now, the feature isn’t live in the current Google Play Store version (43.4.23-31). However, early looks suggest it’s ready for a broader rollout soon.
However, Google has not officially announced when this “Continue Playing” section will be released to the general public, but users should expect to see it in one of the upcoming Play Store updates.
Once the feature rolls out, it’s likely to make game discovery and access much smoother, marking another commendable step in Google’s focus on enhancing user experience within the Play Store.
