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Epic Games Fights for Fortnite's App Store Comeback

5/18/2025

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Epic Games is taking a stand against Apple, urging District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers to approve Fortnite's return to the US App Store. The gaming giant alleges that Apple's hold-up is a retaliatory move stemming from their ongoing legal feud, insisting that their submission aligns with Apple's own guidelines. However, the judge's prior ruling that Epic breached its developer agreement adds a twist to this unfolding drama.

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Epic Games is taking a stand against Apple, urging District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers to approve Fortnite's return to the US App Store. The gaming giant alleges that Apple's hold-up is a retaliatory move stemming from their ongoing legal feud, insisting that their submission aligns with Apple's own guidelines. However, the judge's prior ruling that Epic breached its developer agreement adds a twist to this unfolding drama.