Release Notes

iOS SDK Changes

UIWebView Removed

v25 of Skillz has removed UIWebView. Apple deprecated UIWebView, and as a result, older versions of Skillz cannot be used in new apps as of April 2020, and cannot be used in app updates as of December 2020. Details of the deprecation on Apple Developer News.

Android SDK Changes

AndroidX Required

The AndroidX Support Libraries are required by the Skillz SDK instead of the original Android Support Libraries. Refer to the "Enable AndroidX" section in the Upgrade Notes on how to migrate your Android Studio project to use the new libraries.

New Unity SDK Features

This release introduces new and exciting features to the Unity SDK.

Unity Companion

Prior to v25.x, testing a game's workflow with Skillz involved a bit of overheard. Developers had to export to either Android Studio or Xcode, and then compile and run the game. This was often a time consuming process. With the Unity Companion, testing a game's workflow with Skillz can be done entirely in the Unity editor. When a game is run in the editor, the Skillz SDK will display low-fidelity screens to simulate a basic game workflow with Skillz. Refer here for further reading.

Skillz Settings

The Skillz Unity SDK now has a dedicated settings window. This consolidates configuration of your game for Skillz in a single location, and removes the need for a special SkillzDelegate game object.

Google Play Services Resolver Support

v25.x bundles the Google Play Services Resolver plugin. This is a popular plugin that resolves Android dependencies between multiple libraries. Integrating Skillz with your Unity based game for Android has now become even easier. Refer to either the upgrade or fresh installation instructions for more details.

Updates to the Payments Flow

New Checkout Flow

Clean and refreshed UI for both new users and repeat depositors. Support for multiple saved payment methods.

Default Apple Pay Option

On devices where Apple Pay is enabled, there is now the ability to immediately prompt users with this option upon selecting a deposit amount.

Updated Add Funds Modals

Route users directly to the store when they are out of funds or have outstanding limited-time-offers.

Miscellaneous

Expanded Deeplink Functionality

Ability to deeplink users directly into joining a tournament, the Ticketz Store, a specific prize within the Ticketz Store, or the personal info page.