Users will be able to get smarter and more responsive notifications about updates like in-game rewards and leaderboard movement.Īs of this writing, Facebook couldn’t confirm a full list of games that would be receiving support for the updated Messenger gameplay features. Facebook has previously dabbled with smart bots and in-game chat bots look to have similar functionality. Rich gameplay features such as turn-based games (our most requested feature) can also weave in leaderboards and tournaments, and offer more visually engaging and customizable game messages during play.”Īlong with the in-game features, Facebook is also adding support for game bots to its Messenger Instant games. “When developers start to take advantage of these new capabilities everyone wins with more dynamic and engaging gaming experiences. “These include rich gameplay features, which allow developers to create unique and sophisticated experiences and Game bots to help game makers surface exciting features like new levels and rewards,” Facebook said. Read: Typing With Your Thoughts, Hearing With Your Skin? Neuroscientist Weighs In On Facebook F8 Ideas

The updated Messenger will launch in a gradual worldwide rollout over the next few weeks for Apple iOS and Google Android users. The social media network announced Tuesday it will expand its rollout for Facebook Messenger Instant Games and launch a suite of additional features for game developers.Īs part of the platform update, games can now support expanded features like in-game leaderboards, turn-based strategy gameplay and tournaments. At F8 2017, Facebook teased a handful of major new updates to gaming on its Facebook Messenger chat app and soon, they’ll be coming to Facebook users.

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