MGG / Video Games Articles and stories / Fortnite /

Fortnite vs. Apple: iOS players won't be able to play the battle royale anytime soon

Fortnite vs. Apple: iOS players won't be able to play the battle royale anytime soon
0

An early verdict has been given regarding the conflict between Apple and Epic Games. The judge ordered the technology company to continue to support Unreal Engine, but Fortnite won't return to the App Store anytime soon.

Fortnite vs. Apple: iOS players won't be able to play the battle royale anytime soon

The first verdict in the Epic Games vs. Apple case could make Fortnite's iOS players grind their teeth. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers has made multiple decisions regarding the conflict between the two American companies. The most important one for the battle royale's aficionados is that Fortnite won't return to the App Store until at least September 28 — when the second hearing on the case will take place.

In contrast, the judge ordered Apple to restore access to Unreal Engine for developers working on devices stamped apple-branded. The justice believes that the disagreement between the two companies shouldn't harm the other players in the gaming industry, i.e. development studios that use the Unreal Engine via Apple devices.

Last weekend, it was the executive vice-president of gaming at Microsoft who had defended Epic Games by warning Apple about writing off Unreal Engine from its devices. According to Phil Spencer, this could have had an irreparable impact on jobs in the industry.

The judge smoothed things over by restoring the open use of the graphics engine designed by Epic Games.

On the other hand, Fortnite's case is more difficult. The absence of the battle royale on Apple devices doesn't directly threaten jobs and gaming players, so the judge ruled that Apple has every right to block it. It's a bad news for iOS players, who won't be able to enjoy the beginning of Chapter 2 Season 4 from their Apple devices. This new episode will require to download a huge update via the store, which will be purely impossible on August 27...

Original content by Romain "Zorg" Becquelin.

Epic Games receives Microsoft's support against Apple retaliation

Phil Spencer showed his support for Epic Games in their conflict with Apple. The executive vice-president of gaming at Microsoft criticized the technology company for no longer supporting the Unreal Engine.

0
Clémence LEMOAL
Clémence "Idril" Lemoal

La Anton Ego du jeu vidéo.

More Stories

02:30 Twitch: This Fortnite streamer has been in "jail" for 60 days on his own stream!
09:28 Number of top 1s and hours of play: this site recaps your year 2022 on Fortnite!
10:52 Deal damage to opponents with a sniper rifle
10:44 Toss Holiday Gifts at different Named Locations
02:41 Epic Games: Underage players not protected? A colossal fine for the publisher of Fortnite!
07:44 What Christmas gift to choose to have this or that object?
07:36 Fortnite: Get the free Papa Guff skin during Christmas!
07:34 Fortnite makes Top 1 in the hearts of porn lovers
11:00 These XP glitch maps will boost your Battle Pass level at full speed
10:20 Fortnite x My Hero Academia: this key manga hero has a 99% chance of getting his skin this week

Recommended

Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 7: Week 11 Challenges
Fortnite: Where to find NPC Joey
Fortnite: How to complete the Free Guy challenges

Discover guides

Fortnite Season 4 Gnome Secret Challenges: The Aftermath
Use a Phone Booth as Mystique Challenge
Fortnite Chapter 2 "Alter Ego" Challenge: Summit the highest mountain wearing the Journey outfit