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Fortnite's Epic Comeback: Only in Europe, but Still a Big Deal!

Fortnite is making waves again, but just in Europe! Epic Games has reopened its mobile app store on iOS after a long legal battle with Apple. Why only Europe? Let's dive in!

Fortnite is back and making headlines, but if you're in Canada, you might need to book a ticket to Europe to get in on the action! Epic Games has successfully re-launched its mobile version of the popular game on iPhones exclusively within the European Union due to new laws that require Apple to allow third-party app stores. Players across the pond can rejoice, as they can now dive into the pixelated mayhem of Fortnite along with other fan-favorites like Rocket League and Fall Guys, directly from the Epic Games Store on their iOS devices. Newsflash: not everyone can join the fun, as our friends south of the border are still waiting for the gates to open.

In a move that seems to have combined meticulous legal strategy with a dash of luck, Epic Games is crediting Europe’s Digital Markets Act for this game-changing revival. Unlike in the U.S., where the legal tug-o-war with Apple has left many players in the dark, the EU's pro-competitive regulations have paved the way for the return of Fortnite to Apple devices. Not to be outdone, Epic has also launched the latest edition of the game — Season 'Absolute Doom!' — featuring the likes of Marvel superheroes and villains. Talk about a power-up!

Epic Games, however, hasn’t had it easy getting to this point. The company has reportedly lost over $1 billion in revenue and incurred hefty legal fees fighting its battles against Apple. The squabbles over app store fees and platform restrictions have been messy, but Epic's persistence is starting to pay off. It’s an important illustration of the digital landscape being reshaped, showing players that the tides of the app revolution are ever-changing.

So what’s next for Epic Games and Fortnite? While EU players are hitting their mobile devices with glee, Canadian gamers remain hopeful for a similar launch in their territory. Meanwhile, Epic’s new mobile store could open the doors for a whole new host of third-party games, providing more choices than ever for players who want to escape reality and dive into a world of pixelated mayhem. You can almost hear the Canadian gamers cheering and waving their flags from afar!

As a fun aside, did you know that Fortnite has amassed a staggering 350 million registered players since its launch? That’s enough folks to fill the entire population of North America! And here's a little tidbit for you: Epic has continued to push the envelope in gaming, having made $9 billion in revenue just in the past couple of years. Watch out world, the Fortnite train is still chugging along!