The game's reinstatement follows a protracted legal battle between Epic Games and Apple over in-app payment policies. In August 2020, Apple removed Fortnite from the App Store after Epic Games introduced its own in-app payment system, circumventing Apple's 30% commission fee. The updated iOS version of Fortnite includes a 20% bonus promotion for users who make purchases through Epic's payment system, encouraging players to utilize alternative payment methods. This new method isn't just about convenience — Apple Card users also stand to benefit from the standard 2% cash back on Apple Pay transactions, making game purchases a little more rewarding. Read more in our articles including "Fortnite Returns to iOS in the US After Five-Year Absence" and "PS5 Adds Apple Pay Support for Game Purchases".
The game's reinstatement follows a protracted legal battle between Epic Games and Apple over in-app payment policies. In August 2020, Apple removed Fortnite from the App Store after Epic Games introduced its own in-app payment system, circumventing Apple's 30% commission fee.
The updated iOS version of Fortnite includes a 20% bonus promotion for users who make purchases through Epic's payment system, encouraging players to utilize alternative payment methods. This new method isn't just about convenience — Apple Card users also stand to benefit from the standard 2% cash back on Apple Pay transactions, making game purchases a little more rewarding.
Our coverage of in-app purchases includes: "Fortnite Returns to iOS in the US After Five-Year Absence"; "PS5 Adds Apple Pay Support for Game Purchases"; "60+ Free Android games you can download today". Each article provides unique insights and information.