Fortnite returns to Australian App Store after federal court ruling
A federal court in Australia ordered Apple to restore Fortnite and allow alternative app stores following a legal dispute.
Court orders ecosystem changes
The judgement forces Apple to permit third-party app stores without imposing specific conditions. Developers will also be allowed to display alternative payment options within the iOS ecosystem. Epic Games confirmed that Fortnite is available on the App Store starting tomorrow.
Apple plans legal challenge
Apple disagreed with the court's findings and stated it would challenge the decision. The ruling follows a blueprint similar to regulations in the European Union. Previous restrictions kept Fortnite off Australian devices while other regions received updates in May 2026.
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