The Google Play System (also called Google System Updates) is a way for Android devices to receive updates to core components without requiring a full OS update. This includes security patches, bug fixes, and new features for things like the Play Store and Google Play Services. It was introduced with Android 10 and works on most modern Android devices, including phones, tablets, and wearables.
For those getting their panties in a knot:
Not everyone has a de-Googled phone
Some people need Google Play services for essential apps.
MicroG and other alternatives don’t always work perfectly.
Privacy ROMs aren’t easily accessible for everyone.
Only a limited number of devices support them.
For the majority of Android users, Google Play System updates matter, and no, they don’t always install automatically.
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Considering Google’s track record on simplifying UIs by taking away features, I’ll take my chances, and only update for severe threats.
Sadly software updates have turned in to an enshitification vector.
I guarantee you that if they wanted to enshittify Google play services they’d just make the update mandatory.
google play services is the enshitification