Hello followers! Today, let’s talk about an ongoing legal showdown between Epic Games and Apple that’s changing the game for Fortnite fans.
Recently, Epic Games has been fighting to bring Fortnite back to the US iOS App Store. After a court ruling last month required Apple to allow external payment options in apps, Epic was hopeful. They submitted a new Fortnite version using their Swedish subsidiary’s iOS account. However, Apple rejected this update, citing their legal rights and previous court decisions. They pointed out that certain practices, like Epic’s direct payments, still violate their rules.
Epic argues that Apple’s refusal is retaliation and aims to block Fortnite’s comeback, despite court orders. They’ve filed a motion to force Apple to accept Fortnite on the US App Store, claiming their latest version complies with all policies and court rulings. Epic’s legal move also highlights that Apple’s rejection is an attempt to punish Epic after a lengthy legal battle.
The judge overseeing the case, Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, has previously criticized Apple for violating court orders and has taken a firm stance against their tactics. This ongoing dispute keeps Fortnite fans on edge, waiting to see if Epic can finally get their game back on iOS devices.