Intriguing Insights: Fortnite Returns to iOS in the European Union
In an unexpected turn of events, the popular multiplayer game, Fortnite, is set to make a comeback on iOS devices in the European Union. The announcement comes after a recent agreement between Epic Games and Apple to comply with digital market regulations in the European Union.
For avid Fortnite players, it’s no secret that the game was removed from the Apple App Store back in 2020 due to a payment dispute between Epic Games and Apple. Consequently, Epic Games faced a ban on iOS devices. However, the game is now set to return to the iOS platform, particularly for users residing in EU countries.
Apple’s decision to adhere to the regulations established by the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) is the driving force behind this comeback. Starting from March this year, with the release of iOS 17.4, iPhone users in EU countries will have the option to access alternative app stores, instead of solely relying on the App Store for app and game downloads.
Epic Games officially announced Fortnite’s return to iOS through a post on their website X (formerly Twitter). “Remember Fortnite on iOS? What do you say to its comeback?” wrote the Fortnite account. They also added, “Fortnite will be back in Europe on iOS later this year thanks to @EpicGames Store (a big shoutout to DMA – an important new law in the EU that enables this). @Apple, the world is watching.”
In another post, Epic Games stated, “Stay tuned for details as we work out the regulatory schedule. We will continue to convince courts and regulatory bodies that Apple is breaking the law.”
Fortnite is set to return to the iOS platform in Europe in 2024, distributed through the upcoming @EpicGames Store for iOS. Stay tuned for details on the regulatory schedule. We will continue to convince courts and regulatory bodies that Apple is breaking the law.
Last year, Epic Games won a legal battle against Google, where they claimed that Google maintained an illegal monopoly over their app store. The court ruled in favor of Epic Games, acknowledging that Google had indeed established a monopoly using the Play Store and Google Play Billing Service, and that they had used it in an anti-competitive manner to harm Epic Games. However, Epic lost a similar case against Apple despite their online campaigns, including the popular “Free Fortnite” campaign aimed at garnering more support.
FAQs
1. Why was Fortnite removed from the Apple App Store?
Fortnite was removed from the Apple App Store in 2020 due to a payment dispute between Epic Games and Apple.
2. Why is Fortnite returning to iOS devices in the European Union?
Fortnite is returning to iOS devices in the European Union because Apple has decided to comply with the regulations established by the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA).
3. Will iPhone users in the European Union have the option to use alternative app stores?
Yes, iPhone users in the European Union will have the option to access alternative app stores starting from March this year with the release of iOS 17.4.
4. How did Epic Games announce the return of Fortnite to iOS?
Epic Games announced the return of Fortnite to iOS through an official post on their website X (formerly Twitter). The Fortnite account wrote, “Remember Fortnite on iOS? What do you say to its comeback?”
5. When will Fortnite return to the iOS platform in Europe?
Fortnite will return to the iOS platform in Europe in 2024.
6. Did Epic Games win a legal battle against Google?
Yes, Epic Games won a legal battle against Google, claiming that Google maintained an illegal monopoly over their app store.
Terminology and Jargon Used:
- Epic Games: An American company specializing in the production of computer games.
- Fortnite: A popular multiplayer game in the battle royale genre.
- Apple App Store: An app store for Apple devices.
- European Union (EU): A political and economic organization consisting of 27 member countries in Europe.
- Digital Markets Act (DMA): Regulations established by the European Union governing digital market operations.
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About the Author:
Shaurya Sharma is the Deputy Editor at CNN-News18. Specializing in consumer technology, emerging trends, and gaming, he has been following the latest advancements in the field as a technology enthusiast.
The source of the article is from the blog portaldoriograndense.com