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Fortnite Returns to U.S. iOS App Store After Five-Year Absence

Epic Games relaunches Fortnite following a court ruling against Apple’s in-app purchase restrictions and commission policies.

Fortnite returns to iOS in US after 1,740 days (REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo)
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A 'Fortnite' loading screen on an iPhone.

Overview

  • Fortnite is now available on the U.S. iOS App Store, marking its first return since being removed in 2020 over payment system violations.
  • A federal court ruling in April 2025 barred Apple from charging commissions on purchases made outside apps, paving the way for Fortnite's reinstatement.
  • The new version of Fortnite includes both Apple’s in-app purchase system and an external payment option offering a 20% cashback incentive through Epic Rewards.
  • Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney celebrated the game's return, while Apple continues to appeal the court's injunction requiring commission-free external payment links.
  • Fortnite is also accessible via the Epic Games Store and AltStore in the EU, reflecting regulatory changes under the Digital Markets Act.