Angry Birds creator Rovio is prepping to launch Hatch, described as “the only place to play, share and watch games on mobile.” Early content partners are set to include the likes of Bandai Namco Entertainment America, Taito Corporation and Ubisoft Mobile. Entry into the platform will initially be by invitation only on Android devices during first half of 2017. The platform allows players to stream the games they play without the need for downloads, updates or in-app purchases and will offer social features to allow gamers to compete against friends and family. In addition, according to the company, any single-player game can be turned into a multiplayer experience, opening the doors for new esports experiences.

“It’s not just about playing games, it’s about sharing new experiences with the people in your life,” says Hatch Founder and CEO Juhani Honkala. “Hatch represents a new social frontier and a new beginning for mobile games. We are soft launching in 2017 for Android users, but ultimately our intention is to bring Hatch to other platforms such as iOS as well. Our mission is to bring everyone together over the games they love.”