Japan's Rakuten Is Betting on a Future Without Apps
- Focus on games that can be played without installation
- Partners with Blackstorm Labs to leverage software expertise
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Rakuten Inc. is betting on a future without apps.
The e-commerce company unveiled Rakuten Games on Tuesday, seeking to deliver titles that don’t have to be installed on phones or personal computers. The games can be played on web browsers or within other apps, making it easier for users to play with each other without having to wait for new software to be loaded onto their devices. Titles based on Pacman and Space Invaders are among the 15 games available on the platform.