it's beta updates, google play has updates, you need to join the beta to access them however
yes
How do I join the v8 beta?
- iOS: Join the TestFlight and install it with the TestFlight app.,
- Android: Press the button to join the beta on Mindustry's app store page.,
- Steam: Right-click Mindustry in your library, select Properties -> Betas and select the v8 beta branch in the drop-down menu.,
- Other platforms (itch): Download the beta files instead of the standard release files.,