[Poll/Essay] Do you think osu!lazer should release ipa files?

[nxfx21]

"osu!lazer" is a free-to-play rhythm game that has been widely enjoyed by PC gamers since its initial release on February 12, 2017. With the rise of mobile gaming and the increasing popularity of iOS devices, many fans of the game have been eagerly waiting for the release of "osu!lazer" on the platform. In this essay, I will argue that "osu!lazer" should be released on iOS without the "TestFlight" beta program and that ".ipa" files should be included with updates.

Firstly, releasing "osu!lazer" on iOS without the "TestFlight" beta program would allow for a wider audience to access the game. Currently, the only way to play "osu!lazer" on iOS is through the "TestFlight" beta program, which limits the number of players who can access the game. By releasing the game as .ipa files, anyone with an iOS device would be able to download and install (note: you need a computer to install it with Sideloadly/AltStore. jailbreak works too) the game. This would increase the game's exposure and allow for more people to experience its unique gameplay.

Secondly, including ".ipa" files with "osu!lazer"s updates would make it easier for players to stay up to date with the latest features and bug fixes. ".ipa" files are essentially installation files that can be downloaded and installed on iOS devices. By including these files with updates, players would be able to manually update their game without having to wait for the update to become available on TestFlight, as updates are delayed on TestFlight. This would be particularly useful for players who may not have access to the TestFlight or who prefer to manually build the game.

By releasing the game on iOS, players would be able to play with their friends regardless of which platform they are on. This would also help to further expand the game's community and encourage more people to play.

In conclusion, "osu!lazer" is a popular game that has been enjoyed by PC gamers for years. Releasing the game on iOS without the "TestFlight" beta program and including ".ipa" files with updates would allow for a wider audience to access the game, make it easier for players to stay up to date with the latest features and bug fixes, and allow for cross-platform play between PC and iOS players. I believe that releasing "osu!lazer" on iOS would be a positive move for the game and would help to further expand its community.

[peppy]

We are temporarily publishing IPA files (until app store release).

Might be wise to check before writing an essay for no reason.

[bdach]

Also https://github.com/ppy/osu/discussions?discussions_q=ipa