Facebook accelerated the launch of its standalone gaming app in April due to increased viewership in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Though at the time, the app was only available for Android users, as its approval at Apple was pending.Now, The New York Times reports that Apple has denied Facebook Gaming from appearing in its app store at least five times, after it was initially submitted for approval in late February.
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