Mobile Gaming

In 2006, Qualcomm's BREW gaming solution packaged together the key components to enable wireless service providers to deliver a compelling gaming experience on mobile handsets, including on-device discovery, publisher and franchise-specific micro stores, as well as support for game-based themes throughout the handset.

Advances in mobile gaming over the years

1. Improved Hardware Performance: Early mobile games were limited by the processing power, memory, and battery life of the devices. As technology has improved, so have the capabilities of mobile devices, allowing for more complex and graphically-intensive games.
2. Development of Touchscreen Technology: The advent of touchscreen technology revolutionized mobile gaming. It offered a new way of interaction with games and enabled developers to think of innovative game mechanics.
3. App Stores and Digital Distribution: The launch of app stores like Apple's App Store and Google Play Store made it easier for developers to distribute their games and for users to discover and download them.
4. Advancements in Mobile Internet: The shift from 3G to 4G, and now to 5G, has improved the speed and reliability of mobile internet. This has made multiplayer and online games more feasible on mobile platforms.
5. AR and VR Technologies: Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies have also found their way into mobile gaming. Games like "Pokémon Go" leveraged AR technology to provide unique gaming experiences.
6. Cloud Gaming and Game Streaming Services: With advancements in cloud computing, services like Google Stadia and Xbox Cloud Gaming are allowing players to stream games directly to their mobile devices, bypassing the need for powerful hardware.