Google’s Play Games update will show people what you’re playing

Google is rolling out an update to its Play Games app that will introduce new profile features, allowing other players to see the games you've played and for how long, as well as any achievements you've unlocked. The update will also include new "social features," though the specifics are not yet clear. This feature is similar to profiles on platforms like Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox. Google will collect usage data for games you've installed or played, and may share this information with developers. Users can choose to import their past gaming activity to populate their profile from the start. The profile can be made public or kept private, and users can also delete their Play Games profile and data entirely. This update comes as Apple is also introducing a new dedicated gaming app, called "Games," which will be pre-installed on all updated Mac, iPhone, and iPad devices. The app will feature leaderboards, matchmaking, recommendations, and the ability to see what your friends are playing, similar to Google's offering.