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In a significant development for mobile gaming enthusiasts, Epic Games announced that Fortnite will be available on the U.S. iOS App Store starting next week. This follows a recent court ruling that found Apple in violation of a previous injunction aimed at promoting fair competition in the App Store
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney welcomed the decision, stating that it marks a victory for developers and consumers alike. He also extended a proposal to Apple, offering to drop all ongoing and future litigation if the company applies the court-approved framework globally and allows Fortnite to return to the App Store worldwide.
The return of Fortnite to iOS is a significant milestone in the ongoing legal battle between Epic Games and Apple. The game was removed from the App Store in August 2020 after Epic introduced a direct payment system that bypassed Apple’s 30% commission fee. This move led to a lawsuit filed by Epic Games, accusing Apple of monopolistic practices.
As the situation develops, both developers and consumers are watching closely to see how Apple’s policies evolve and how this case might influence future app store regulations.
