Fortnite's Mobile Comeback: A Significant Win Against Big Tech in the EU

Fortnite's mobile app is returning to iPhones in Europe and Android devices worldwide, four years after it was pulled from Apple and Google’s app stores in a high-profile antitrust fight.

The return of one of the world’s most popular video games to the two dominant mobile platforms, which comes alongside the launch of its developer Epic Games’ own mobile app store, shows how EU regulation is starting to affect Big Tech giants.

Crediting the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which forces digital “gatekeepers” to open up their platforms to rivals, Epic chief executive Tim Sweeney noted, “the tide is turning” as both Apple and Google come under pressure from regulators and courts around the world.

Impact of EU Regulations on Big Tech

Fortnite and other Epic Games titles are now available through the new Epic Games Store, as well as from alternative app stores including Aptoide and AltStore.

The Push for More Developer-Friendly Environments

• Epic’s goal is to foster a spirit of collaboration among developers.
• With new regulations in place, rivalry between app stores is expected to heat up.

The Remaining Legal Battle

While Epic celebrates success in Europe, it continues to fight legal battles in the US over app distribution and payment practices with both Apple and Google.

• Epic won a significant victory against Google.
• The company is committed to navigating the ongoing legal landscape.