Epic Games' Fortnite Returns to the US App Store After 5 Years
After five years of legal battles, Epic Games' Fortnite has finally made its official return to the US App Store. This comeback represents a significant victory for Epic in its ongoing struggle against Apple.
The dispute began when Apple claimed that Epic's practices, which directed players to external payment options, violated App Store rules. Epic countered that Apple's 30% revenue cut was unreasonable, leading to years of litigation.
Subsequent court rulings determined that Apple's conduct violated market competition laws, requiring the company to cease restricting other payment options within apps.
In Europe, regulatory bodies have ruled that Apple's practices breach digital market laws, compelling Apple to allow third-party payment methods. This development has paved the way for Epic to launch its Epic Games Store on iOS in Europe.
