Snapchat to launch gaming platform next month

Snapchat to launch gaming platform next month
The games will specifically work in the Snapchat app. (File/AFP)
Updated 15 March 2019
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Snapchat to launch gaming platform next month

Snapchat to launch gaming platform next month
  • The platform, codenamed “Project Cognac,” will feature a handful of games from outside developers
  • The new games initiative will be unveiled at Snap’s first-ever summit for content and developer partners in Los Angeles on April 4

Parent of Snapchat messaging app Snap Inc. plans to announce its gaming platform for developers next month, online news service Cheddar reported on Friday, citing a person familiar with the matter.
The platform, codenamed “Project Cognac,” will feature a handful of games from outside developers designed to work specifically in the Snapchat app, according to the report https://cheddar.com/media/snapchat-to-launch-gaming-platform.
The new games initiative will be unveiled at Snap’s first-ever summit for content and developer partners in Los Angeles on April 4 and video initiatives like more original shows will also be announced, the report added.
Snap did not immediately respond to Reuters’ request for comment.