Fortnite returns to the US App Store after a five-year gap

techcrunch.comPublished: 5/21/2025

Summary

"Epic Games finally brings its beloved Fortnite back to the U.S. App Store after a lengthy legal battle with Apple, which had previously removed the game due to antitrust concerns over in-app purchases using Epic's currency instead of Apple's. Though Epic secured a victory by having Apple allow external transactions but still charge fees, the company faced delays in resubmitting the game to the App Store following a recent court ruling that may have tipped in its favor. Fortnite now offers users a 20% cashback option for purchasing in-game items directly from Epic."