YouTube Playables Just Launched, But Should You Be Excited?

First, Netflix and now YouTube are joining the gaming fray. YouTube Playables just reached its full release, and has over 75 free games available inside the YouTube app.

Want to take a look? Go to the Explore section on your Android device’s YouTube homepage and search for Playables. You can then select and start playing a game straight away. It’s also simple to share your favorites with friends; press the share option from the three-dot menu. Also, if you’re unable to find them right now, wait a bit longer. YouTube Playables will be accessible to everyone soon.

Playables are pretty casual affairs, they include Trivia Crack, Cut the Rope, Tomb of the Mask, Words of Wonders, and Angry Birds Showdown. These little games serve as a little diversion in between videos. You can save your progress and monitor your high scores to see how you compare to your friends.

YouTube is eagerly seeking user input on how to improve Playables. You can submit suggestions using the “send feedback” button when playing any game.

Not Everybody Is A Player

Playables have produced a range of responses. While some users are giddy with the new function, others are left asking why YouTube should be in the gaming industry.

YouTube has, after all, long been the preferred site for listening to music, viewing videos, and keeping up with the newest video essays. Why then include games into the mix?

Even if YouTube still needs to precisely outline their long-term intentions for Playables, seeing them making their gaming debut is intriguing. Though only time will tell, some people fear this could be the first step toward charging for games or loading them with advertisements.

In the interim, checking out these new YouTube games isn’t a bad idea if you’re inquisitive. Perhaps you will find your new favorite pastime.

To understand more, check out the YouTube blog for more details. Before you go, check out the scoop on You Literally Can’t Be A Simp In Feeling Death Coming Soon To Android.