Android-specific polishing
Android has a specific set of features and limitations. This opens up the possibility for Android-specific polishing. This can be done on the following features or limitations of the Android platform and devices:
- Optimum use of hardware buttons
- Sticking to basic Android features and functionalities
- Longer background running
- Following Google guidelines for Play Store efficiency
Optimum use of hardware buttons
A typical Android mobile or tablet device has the following buttons:
- Home button
- Back button
- Menu button
- Volume up button
- Volume down button
- Lock/Unlock/Power button
Each button has its own functionality based on the Android standard. It is always a good practice to use these buttons for the exact same functionality in the game.
For example, pressing the Back button should take the user to the previous screen or previous state of the game. The most common use of the Back button for in-game play is to pause the game cycle. Similarly, the Volume up/down button should have...
