Fortnite is once again unavailable on iOS devices worldwide. This follows a recent rejection by Apple of Epic Games’ resubmission to the App Store. The news comes as a blow to iOS players who had hoped for the game’s return after a previous legal battle between the two tech giants.
Epic Games announced the setback on their official X account, stating that Apple blocked their submission, preventing a release on both the US App Store and the Epic Games Store for iOS in the European Union. This means Fortnite is currently offline for iOS users globally, pending Apple’s decision to unblock the game.
This latest development is a continuation of the long-running conflict between Epic Games and Apple. The dispute initially centered around Apple’s restrictions on developers using external payment systems within their apps. A recent court ruling, favorable to Epic Games, prohibited Apple from enforcing these restrictions. Following this ruling, Epic Games resubmitted Fortnite to the App Store, hoping for a return to the iOS platform.
However, Apple’s rejection of this resubmission leaves the future of Fortnite on iOS uncertain. The reasons behind Apple’s decision remain unclear, but it underscores the continued tension between the two companies. The situation will undoubtedly be closely watched by developers and gamers alike, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding app store policies and control over digital distribution.
This situation is still developing, and we will update this post as more information becomes available. The ongoing saga between Epic Games and Apple continues to shape the landscape of the mobile gaming industry, and the future of Fortnite on iOS hangs in the balance.
