FORTNITE RETURNS TO APPLE APP STORE GLOBALLY

The battle royale game will be available globally through the App Store, marking a significant expansion from its limited US availability. Fortnite was removed from Apple's platform in 2020 following a dispute over in-app purchase commissions. Epic Games challenged Apple's 30% fee structure, leading to legal battles across multiple jurisdictions. The company eventually gained access to distribute Fortnite in the US via Apple's alternative app marketplace program, which launched in 2024. The global rollout now extends this arrangement to other regions, though Australian players remain excluded due to local regulatory constraints. The return represents a major shift in Apple's app distribution policies following pressure from regulators and developers worldwide. Fortnite's reappearance on the App Store could influence how other developers negotiate with Apple over commission structures and platform access.