This article addresses the issues related to ensuring information security in mobile gaming applications. The rapid growth of this sector is accompanied by a surge in cyber threats, primarily targeting user data compromise, scenario manipulation, and unauthorized access to application functionality. The technical complexity of such systems—particularly those interacting with cloud and edge computing infrastructures—has given rise to a range of new vulnerabilities that fall outside the scope of traditional security measures. The aim of this study is to identify and systematize the problem areas in securing mobile games, particularly at the intersection of network architecture, user behavior, and cryptographic solutions. A review of the academic literature reveals a disconnect: while individual aspects such as authentication and encryption are explored in depth, architectural and behavioral risks are often treated superficially. This work categorizes the key threats and emphasizes how poor coordination between application design, technical implementation, and user practices creates a vulnerable environment—especially in the context of widespread use of third-party SDKs and monetization systems. The article presents indicative performance estimates for encryption and authentication mechanisms to provide an initial assessment of their applicability. The author’s contribution lies in integrating interdisciplinary approaches to analyzing the security of mobile gaming solutions and highlighting areas that remain underexplored in the current literature. The material will be of interest to cybersecurity specialists, developers, digital communication researchers, and interface designers.

authentication, gamification, information security, mobile gaming applications, network threats, encryption

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