The anti-trust regulator had ordered a probe in opposition to the US tech main in November 2024 following a grievance by on-line gaming firm Winzo.
Google has proposed to permit the distribution of all actual cash video games (RMG) self-declared by builders as permissible below legal guidelines on Google Play in India, topic to sure circumstances, in line with its dedication provide.
Builders must submit proof that the app is in good standing with a recognised third-party physique that meets sure standards and “which has been recognised in Google's insurance policies as acceptable.”
Such our bodies will decide if it's a permissible sport of talent.These recognised third events shall be required to fulfill goal standards, and should embody trade associations such because the All India Gaming Federation, EGF, and Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports activities.”As with different apps distributed on Google Play, RMGs would even be topic to compliance with relevant legal guidelines/jurisprudence and Google insurance policies, together with the Google Play Developer Distribution Settlement (DDA) and Developer Program Insurance policies (DPP),” Google mentioned.
“To this finish, Google will replace its DPP to mirror these modifications (in RMG coverage replace),” it added.
It should additionally exchange its pilot programme, which was flagged as discriminatory, by the RMG coverage replace, “making certain no additional alleged exclusions persist.”
In parallel, Google is finalising its method for an acceptable enterprise mannequin that considers builders' industrial fashions within the RMG trade, it mentioned.
As soon as the CCI formally accepts the dedication proposal, Google will begin permitting the distribution of compliant RMGs on Google Play inside 120 days, it mentioned.
The CCI has sought public feedback on Google's provide by August 20.
