Platforms with native Android/iOS apps
Introduction
Native applications increase player engagement and retention with high performance, deep-linking and user-friendly UX. Ready-made platforms either provide their own templates for Android/iOS applications, or a set of SDKs and plugins for quick customization.
1. Technology stack
1. React Native
Allows you to use a single JavaScript code for Android and iOS.
Plugins for WebView integration of game sessions, payments and push notifications.
CodePush for "hot" UI updates without re-releasing to stores.
2. Flutter
High performance due to compilation into native ARM code.
A single UI framework with a rich library of widgets and support for PWA-like behavior.
Integration via MethodChannel to call native SDKs.
3. Pure native applications
iOS (Swift/Objective-C): full control over UI, AVFoundation for WebRTC live casino streams, Secure Enclave for storing keys.
Android (Kotlin/Java): optimized work with WebView and ExoPlayer for video, Android Keystore for secure encryption.
2. Game and payment integration
Gaming sessions
Embedding lobbies and games via WebView or native modules that support WebSocket for real-time spin-events.
Deep-link to a specific slot or live-table with sessionToken transmission.
Payment SDKs
Cards, Apple Pay/Google Pay, POLi and PayID via native SDK providers.
Processing callbacks in AppDelegate/Activity, automatic balance update.
Crypto modules
Native wallet integration via Web3-middleware, QR scanner and Ledger/Trezor support.
3. Push notifications and deep-linking
Push Service
APNs for iOS, FCM for Android; segmentation by events (promotions, bonus completion, tournament).
In-app notifications and badge designations for fresh offers.
Deep Links & Universal Links
Opening a specific section or game inside the application from an email, SMS or website.
Configuring 'apple-app-site-association' and 'assetlinks. json 'for seamless UX.
4. Secure Storage and Authorization
Keychain / Keystore
Secure storage of JWT and refresh tokens, biometric authorization (Face ID, Fingerprint).
OAuth2 / OpenID Connect
Built-in authorization mechanisms through Identity Server, Social Login (Google, Apple).
5. CI/CD and Release Management
Fastlane / Bitrise
Automation of assemblies, tests, screenshots and publications in the App Store Connect and Google Play Console.
Canary & Phased Releases
Step-by-step rollout of updates: 5%, 25%, 100%; automatic rollback at increased error-rate.
Hotfixes and OTA updates
React Native CodePush or Flutter's' flutter _ updater'for UI and non-critical JS code patches.
6. Performance and Analytics
Performance Monitoring
Rendering metrics (FPS), Cold Start time, memory leaks via Firebase Performance or Sentry.
User Analytics
GA4/Firebase Analytics to track registration, deposit, game launch, and hold events.
Session Replay
Integration of Clarity Mobile SDK or third-party usability analysis solutions.
7. Compliance and app stores
App Store Guidelines
Placing gambling content only in supported regions, age gating and localization.
Google Play Policies
Requirements for licenses, responsible gaming disclaimers and self-exclusion mechanisms.
Regulatory forms
Built-in Responsible Play and Privacy Policy sections in the right languages.
Conclusion
Platforms with native Android/iOS applications offer ready-made templates and SDKs for games, payments, push notifications and deep-linking or tools for quick customization on React Native, Flutter or pure Swift/Kotlin. Full CI/CD automation, secure storage, analytics and compliance with store policies allow you to bring a stable and secure application in the shortest possible time.
Native applications increase player engagement and retention with high performance, deep-linking and user-friendly UX. Ready-made platforms either provide their own templates for Android/iOS applications, or a set of SDKs and plugins for quick customization.
1. Technology stack
1. React Native
Allows you to use a single JavaScript code for Android and iOS.
Plugins for WebView integration of game sessions, payments and push notifications.
CodePush for "hot" UI updates without re-releasing to stores.
2. Flutter
High performance due to compilation into native ARM code.
A single UI framework with a rich library of widgets and support for PWA-like behavior.
Integration via MethodChannel to call native SDKs.
3. Pure native applications
iOS (Swift/Objective-C): full control over UI, AVFoundation for WebRTC live casino streams, Secure Enclave for storing keys.
Android (Kotlin/Java): optimized work with WebView and ExoPlayer for video, Android Keystore for secure encryption.
2. Game and payment integration
Gaming sessions
Embedding lobbies and games via WebView or native modules that support WebSocket for real-time spin-events.
Deep-link to a specific slot or live-table with sessionToken transmission.
Payment SDKs
Cards, Apple Pay/Google Pay, POLi and PayID via native SDK providers.
Processing callbacks in AppDelegate/Activity, automatic balance update.
Crypto modules
Native wallet integration via Web3-middleware, QR scanner and Ledger/Trezor support.
3. Push notifications and deep-linking
Push Service
APNs for iOS, FCM for Android; segmentation by events (promotions, bonus completion, tournament).
In-app notifications and badge designations for fresh offers.
Deep Links & Universal Links
Opening a specific section or game inside the application from an email, SMS or website.
Configuring 'apple-app-site-association' and 'assetlinks. json 'for seamless UX.
4. Secure Storage and Authorization
Keychain / Keystore
Secure storage of JWT and refresh tokens, biometric authorization (Face ID, Fingerprint).
OAuth2 / OpenID Connect
Built-in authorization mechanisms through Identity Server, Social Login (Google, Apple).
5. CI/CD and Release Management
Fastlane / Bitrise
Automation of assemblies, tests, screenshots and publications in the App Store Connect and Google Play Console.
Canary & Phased Releases
Step-by-step rollout of updates: 5%, 25%, 100%; automatic rollback at increased error-rate.
Hotfixes and OTA updates
React Native CodePush or Flutter's' flutter _ updater'for UI and non-critical JS code patches.
6. Performance and Analytics
Performance Monitoring
Rendering metrics (FPS), Cold Start time, memory leaks via Firebase Performance or Sentry.
User Analytics
GA4/Firebase Analytics to track registration, deposit, game launch, and hold events.
Session Replay
Integration of Clarity Mobile SDK or third-party usability analysis solutions.
7. Compliance and app stores
App Store Guidelines
Placing gambling content only in supported regions, age gating and localization.
Google Play Policies
Requirements for licenses, responsible gaming disclaimers and self-exclusion mechanisms.
Regulatory forms
Built-in Responsible Play and Privacy Policy sections in the right languages.
Conclusion
Platforms with native Android/iOS applications offer ready-made templates and SDKs for games, payments, push notifications and deep-linking or tools for quick customization on React Native, Flutter or pure Swift/Kotlin. Full CI/CD automation, secure storage, analytics and compliance with store policies allow you to bring a stable and secure application in the shortest possible time.
