In a surprising turn of events, tech giant Apple has terminated Epic Games’ developer account, reversing its earlier approval. This decision comes after Epic Games announced its intention to bring back Fortnite to iOS devices in the EU through the Digital Markets Act.
The move by Apple has raised concerns about competition on iOS devices, with many believing that the termination of Epic’s account undermines fair market practices. Apple cited Epic’s criticism of its proposed DMA rules as one reason for the termination, while Epic claims that Apple is retaliating against them for speaking out and lobbying for regulations in various markets.
Apple stated that the termination is based on Epic’s past breach of contractual obligations and exercised its right based on a judgment from September 2021. The tech giant’s statement emphasized Epic’s ongoing behavior as the reason for the termination.
The clash between Apple and Epic Games highlights the ongoing power struggle between tech companies and developers. This latest development will undoubtedly have far-reaching implications for the gaming industry and competition on iOS devices. Stay tuned as this story continues to unfold.
