Epic Games Says Apple Blocks Fortnite on US & EU App Stores

Epic Games claims Apple blocks Fortnite in US and EU App Stores, halting iOS updates worldwide until Apple lifts the ban.
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Epic Games Says Apple Blocks Fortnite on US & EU App Stores
Is Fortnite Blocked on Apple’s US and EU App Stores? Here’s What You Need to Know If you’ve been wondering why Fortnite is suddenly unavailable on Apple’s App Store in the US and EU, you’re not alone. Epic Games recently revealed that Apple is blocking Fortnite from being listed in both the U. S. and European Union App Stores, causing the popular game to go offline on iOS devices worldwide. This surprising development follows a landmark legal victory for Epic, where Apple was forced to allow external payments in its U. S. App Store, challenging the long- standing commission model. So, what’s causing this blockage, and what does it mean for Fortnite fans? Let’s break it down.               Image Credits:CHRIS DELMAS/AFP / Getty Images Why Did Apple Block Fortnite After Epic’s Legal Win? After winning the court ruling that forced Apple to permit alternative payment options, Epic Games promptly attempted to resubmit Fortnite to the U. S. App Store on May 9, 2025. However, Apple did not accept th…