Epic Games
Epic Games is a prominent American video game and software developer known for creating the highly popular battle royale game Fortnite. Founded in 1991 by Tim Sweeney, the company has significantly influenced the gaming industry with its Unreal Engine technology and its stance on digital distribution and monetization. Recently, Epic Games made headlines by challenging Apple's App Store policies, alleging that the company monopolizes in-app payment systems. This legal battle has led to significant changes in how app developers can direct users to external payment options.
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Epic Games requested to return Fortnite to the App Store after winning a legal battle against Apple.
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The CEO of Epic Games shared Spotify's post, stating it is the first major app on iOS to exercise its legal rights in digital commerce without interference from Apple.
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Epic Games initiated the lawsuit against Apple in 2020, accusing them of controlling transactions within the App Store.
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