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Epic Games is continuing its legal and regulatory push against dominant app store practices, maintaining pressure on major technology platforms as courts and regulators in the United States and abroad weigh competition rules in digital marketplaces. The Cary, North Carolina–based company said its actions are aimed at expanding payment options and reducing platform fees for developers and consumers.
The dispute centers on Epic Games’ long-running challenge to app store policies that require developers to use proprietary payment systems and pay commissions of up to 30 percent. The company has argued that those rules restrict competition and inflate prices, a position it has reiterated in filings and public statements.
In the United States, Epic’s case against Apple produced mixed outcomes in federal court, with judges rejecting some antitrust claims while ordering limited changes to anti-steering rules. Both companies have continued to pursue appeals, keeping the case active years after Epic removed Fortnite from Apple’s App Store.
Epic has also supported and engaged with regulators in other jurisdictions, including the European Union, where new digital competition laws have forced changes to app store operations. The company has said those rules demonstrate that alternative app distribution models can operate without compromising security or user experience.
Apple has consistently defended its policies, saying its App Store model protects users, supports developers, and promotes innovation. In court filings and public comments, the company has argued that Epic is seeking preferential treatment rather than broader competition reform.
The outcome of these disputes carries significant implications for the global app economy, affecting how developers monetize apps and how consumers access digital content across smartphones, tablets, and other connected devices.
Further rulings and regulatory decisions are expected as appeals proceed and enforcement of new competition laws continues. The story is developing.
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