A New Dawn: Epic Games Account Restored After Dispute with Apple
In a surprising turn of events, Epic Games successfully reclaimed its developer account following a high-profile clash with tech giant Apple. Following the heated dispute that led to Apple removing Epic Games’ developer account, speculation ran rampant regarding the future of this controversy. Fortunately, the matter has been resolved as Apple has agreed to reinstate Epic Games’ account.
In a recent update on the Epic Games Newsroom blog, the company announced that “Apple has informed us and committed before the European Commission to restore our developer account.” This development not only benefits Epic Games but also serves as a positive indication for other developers, showcasing the readiness of the European Commission to act swiftly and enforce regulations related to the digital market.
With the account reinstated, Epic Games is now set to pursue its plans to launch the Epic Games Store and reintroduce Fortnite on iOS devices in Europe. This means that players will once again have the opportunity to enjoy this popular game on their devices.
Apple also released a statement in response to the situation. According to a statement provided to iMore, they stated, “After discussions with Epic Games, they have agreed to comply with our rules, including policies regarding the digital market.” Consequently, Epic Sweden AB has been granted permission to re-sign an agreement for developers and has been readmitted to the Apple Developer Program.
It is worth recalling that the entire feud between Epic Games and Apple commenced when Epic Games suggested to its players to bypass the App Store and use external payment methods to avoid Apple’s fees. In response, Apple removed Fortnite from its store, as well as from the Google Play Store.
This legal battle between the two companies has been ongoing for some time, but with the restoration of Epic Games’ developer account, it appears to be reaching its conclusion. Players will soon be able to relish in Fortnite on iOS once again, as the new gaming season kicks off on PC and consoles.
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