Fortnite: Epic attacks Apple and Google in the UK

Epic Games chose UK as new region to attack Apple and Google over Fortnite. The group filed a complaint before the British courts for Apple and Google to change their rules at the level of the App Store and the Play Store.

The company believes that Apple’s decision to withdraw Fortnite from the App Store was illegal. Apple made the move after Epic offered in-game in-game purchases without going through Apple’s payment service. Players could pay directly, which avoided Apple’s 30% commission. The rules of the App Store prohibit such behavior. In addition, Epic Games believes that Apple has abused what it presents as a dominant position.

In a statement, Epic Games says that this UK complaint against Apple and Google “Is an important argument to be made on behalf of consumers and developers (…) who are affected by the abuse of power by Apple and Google. We look forward to defending our cases on January 21 ”. The group assures that it does not want damages with this case, whether in the United Kingdom, the United States or elsewhere. “It is simply a matter of seeking fair access and competition that will benefit all consumers”, says Epic Games.