Epic Games Clashes with Apple: 'Fortnite' Removed from App Stores Worldwide

Epic Games claims that Apple has blocked 'Fortnite' from the App Store worldwide. Despite previously being allowed in the European Union due to EU-mandated App Store rules, Epic's game is now reportedly removed from both US and EU stores. The ongoing legal battle between Epic and Apple began in 2020 when Epic violated App Store rules by trying to bypass in-app purchase fees. After a recent trial where Apple won but was ordered to comply with anti-competitive practices, Epic believed it could return to the US App Store. However, Apple has not approved 'Fortnite' submissions, leading to its removal from the EU store as well.