Fortnite was once a major part of the mobile gaming community, with players able to easily download the game on their iPhones. However, the game was removed from the app store due to a dispute between Epic and Apple. While there have been some developments in Europe that may allow for the return of Fortnite on iPhone, the situation remains uncertain in other regions.
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Availability of Fortnite on iPhone
Fortnite was once widely available on mobile devices, attracting a dedicated community. However, it was removed from the Apple store after Epic’s dispute with Apple over in-app purchase fees. Despite this, there are new developments that may bring the game back to Europe.
How to Access Fortnite on iPhone
Epic has announced plans to offer the official Fortnite app in Europe, with a new version of the App Store set to be launched in March 2024. For users outside of Europe, Xbox Cloud Gaming provides an alternative to play Fortnite on iPhone, free of charge.
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This workaround involves streaming the game from Xbox’s servers, allowing players to access Fortnite on their iPhones without a dedicated mobile app.
Future of Mobile Fortnite
While obtaining Fortnite on iPhone in regions outside of Europe may currently be challenging, the changes in EU regulations could potentially pave the way for the game’s return. This would open up the possibility of having a dedicated iPhone version of the game once again.
It is uncertain whether Apple will allow the game to return in other regions, but the developments in Europe may lead to workarounds that could make the official Fortnite app available to all players.
