Fortnite returns to iPhone app store in US, ending exile imposed by Apple
Briefly

Fortnite has made its much-anticipated return to the iPhone and iPad markets in the US, following a legal dispute with Apple over its in-app transaction fees. This follows a long absence, initiated in 2020 when Fortnite attempted to bypass the 15% to 30% commission fees imposed by Apple. Epic Games, Fortnite's parent company, recently pushed for its return in court just as new digital regulations began to take effect in the EU. While Fortnite is back on US Apple devices, it still remains unavailable in many other countries, highlighting ongoing tensions between Epic Games and Apple.
Fortnite's return to the iPhone marks the end of its long absence due to a legal battle regarding Apple's high in-app transaction fees. This development highlights the ongoing tension between digital platforms and payment systems.
Following a legal showdown over Apple's app store fees, Fortnite has finally returned to the App Store in the US, a significant turn in the ongoing dispute.
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