Developer angry that App Store is removing game that hasn't been updated in 7 yr
10 months ago
- #App Store Policy
- #Game Development
- #Apple
- A game developer accuses Apple of undermining the cultural value of games by threatening to delist a 7-year-old game.
- Apple's App Store policy targets outdated or obsolete apps, citing security and compatibility concerns.
- The developer argues that games, like books and films, don't require continual updates to maintain artistic value.
- Apple's removal policy disproportionately affects smaller developers, forcing them to divert resources from new projects.
- The game in question, 'Wheels of Aurelia,' remains functional but hasn't been updated since 2017.
- Apple's policy aims to maintain a current and popular app ecosystem, removing underperforming or outdated apps.
- The developer criticizes Apple's dominant position and praises EU regulations like the Digital Markets Act.
- The game is available on other platforms, including Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, and PC storefronts.
- Apple's decision is framed as a business move rather than a judgment on the game's artistic merit.