In the past, “Fortnite” (Fortnite) was removed from the App Store by Apple for violating regulations due to in-app payment disputes, but Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney hinted in a previous tweet that “Fortnite is about to return to the iOS platform.
And Tim Sweeney will have a statement like that, which he could build onEU Digital Markets ActAs a result, Apple may officially enter the third-party software market in iOS 17, which is expected to launch this year, or allow users to install third-party software via sideloading.
If this method is used, it means that Epic Games will be able to bring “Fortress Heroes” back to the iOS platform via third-party software marketplaces, etc., instead of just hoping Apple agrees to bring “Fortress Heroes” back to the App store.
Next year on iOS!
— Tim Sweeney (@TimSweeneyEpic) 31 December 2022
However, if Apple is indeed under the influence of the EU Digital Market Act, it needs to allow iOS users to access third-party software marketplace services in the EU or install various third-party software via sideloading, and even go further into future Expanding this adjustment to the global market, it is uncertain whether the litigation between Epic Games and Apple will continue?
As for Apple further opening iOS up to using third-party software marketplaces or the ability to sideload third-party software, many developers have differing opinions. Some believe that such development fosters market competition and consumers can also enjoy more choices, but some developers fear that more apps of different quality will pour into the market in the future, and there may also be more malware and fraudulent tools mixed in, which could affect the impression that the iOS platform is easy to use. .
