China relaxes video gaming rules, as Guangdong allows testing of pre-licensed titles

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The new rule appears to provide an advantage to Shenzhen-based video gaming giant Tencent and major smartphone vendors that run app stores like Huawei, Oppo, Vivo and Honor.

As such, many game developers see the rigid licensing process as a grey area in terms of whether they should test a new title with gamers before obtaining a licence or simply wait for the regulator’s approval.

The new, Guangdong-specific rule aims to solve difficulties faced by video gaming firms in testing their products.

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Author / Journalist: Ann Cao

Category: Business

Markets: Hong KongChina

Topics: Gaming Industry Test Developers Games Provide Titles Rule Video Game Licence

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Published On: 2024-07-25 @ 21:00:12 (6 hours ago)

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