Update B575/B577 Universal Invites and more

    29 Jan
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    Great News from the Hardwood Games Team! We're thrilled to unveil a groundbreaking feature set to transform your gaming experience. Here's what's new:

    Introducing Seamless Gaming Invitations: Prepare for a smoother, faster way to connect with friends in-game. Inviting friends to your gaming session is now effortless. Our deep link feature generates a unique invitation link that directly places them into the game with you.

    User Experience Enhancements: We've polished our app to enhance your gaming experience.

    Improved Reconnection Feature: We understand that game interruptions can be frustrating. Our new reconnection feature efficiently places you back in the game after a disruption, ensuring that your gaming isn't unnecessarily halted.

    Simplified Account Switching: Our update allows you improved access to your other usernames/accounts directly from the sign-in screen.

    Experience the Difference: This update is all about making your gaming experience more enjoyable and less complicated. We're excited for you to try these new features and experience the ease and fun they bring to your game.

    Stay Tuned for Continuous Enhancements: We aim to constantly elevate your experience with Hardwood Games. Your enjoyment and feedback are what drive our innovations.

    Happy gaming!

    You can always find the latest version for your Device here.
    https://www.hardwoodgames.com/downloads/

     

    How to use the new Universal Invite: A Step-by-Step Guide.  Build 577

    1) Share with Just a Tap: Click the Invite Freinds button after you start an online game. Pick your favorite way to send your freind a message, like a text or an email. Your friend will receive the link to join your game.

    2) Easy Joining, Any Device: After clicking the link, your friend can join your game immediately. If they don't have the game, they'll be guided to set it up, whether they're on a mobile, desktop, or TV.

    3) Instant Access for Local Friends: Got friends nearby? You can use the QR code button to show them the a QR code. A quick scan with their phone, and they're ready to join your game in moments.

    Invite your friends and family to join your game session in a few simple steps, no matter what device they use!   Once eveyone it seated, press start play!




     

    Hardwood Games B622 – Portrait Mode & More! Big Updates Since Build 617

    Hey Hardwood players!

    We’ve been working hard to bring exciting new features and major improvements to your favorite games! If you haven’t updated in a while, now’s the time—because we’ve added something completely new: Portrait Mode support!

    Along with this, we’ve polished the UI, improved gameplay responsiveness, and fixed key issues to make your experience smoother than ever.

    Here’s what’s new and improved since Build 617:

    Brand-New Portrait Mode!

    For the first time ever, you can now play in Portrait Mode on mobile!

    • Game menu layouts now adapt seamlessly whether you play in landscape or portrait. (We plan to bring this to games themsleves in the future)
    • Menus, buttons, and UI elements have been adjusted so everything fits naturally.
    • Bid box fixes ensure that your cards and bids are always visible, no matter how you hold your device.

    If you love playing one-handed or prefer a taller view, this update is for you!

    A Smoother & More Responsive Game

    We made gameplay faster and more reliable, especially on mobile:

    • Faster UI responses so buttons and menus feel snappier.
    • Bid box and in-game menus stay in place—no more frustrating overlaps.
    • Single-Player Start Button is now always visible, even on smaller screens.

     Quality of Life Fixes & Performance Upgrades

    We also tackled some important fixes to make sure everything runs smoothly:

    • Fixed occasional slowdowns on Android, so the game keeps up with you.
    • Session handling improvements—no more getting stuck if you’ve been away for a while.
    • General bug fixes and UI polish to make everything look and feel better.

    ✨ Why Update?

    If you’re on an older version, here’s what you’ll notice right away:
    ✅ A brand-new Portrait Mode for a Natureal way to get around the game
    ✅ Smoother, faster gameplay—no more lag or delays
    ✅ More reliable UI, so everything stays where it should
    ✅ A better, more polished game overall!