Executive Summary
Platform Changes
Apps on iOS that require players to sign in using third-party login services must now also offer Sign in with Apple.
Missions & Upgradeable Rewards
Gardenscapes’ revenue was +18% and downloads -14% WoW after the release of Furry Season. Revenue maintained at +14% 2Wo2W.
Market Trends
Collection and challenge events make up 31% of all new events in tracked puzzle apps. Collection events have become more prevalent, while challenge events have decreased in popularity.
Custom design events are on the rise, driven in part by Home Design Makeover, which released the most custom design events in 2019. Home Design Makeover was added to the tracked apps list in June.
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Platform Changes
- Sign in with Apple
Revenue Drivers
- Missions & Upgradeable Rewards
- Furry Season in Gardenscapes
Market Trends
- Challenge and Collection Events
- Custom Design Events
Level Mechanics
- New Level Designs I & II
Market Watch
- Notable Releases I, II, & III
Appendix
- L&G Puzzle Personas
- Puzzle Product Council
- Premium Partnerships
- Puzzle Mechanics Taxonomy
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