Epic Games Store now on mobile.

Fortnite is back on mobile devices

The Epic Games Store has officially launched its mobile version, making a significant impact on the mobile gaming landscape. This marks a notable shift in the mobile gaming ecosystem, offering gamers a new avenue for accessing a wider variety of titles. The store’s availability across Android and iOS devices (initially in Europe for iOS), along with the return of Fortnite, significantly expands gaming choices on these platforms. Notably, the launch is met with a statement of continued efforts towards competition and choice in the gaming market.

The Epic Games Store’s Mobile Debut

• The Epic Games Store is now accessible on Android devices globally, and iOS devices in the European Union (EU).
• This represents a major milestone, as it’s the first time this store has been readily available on mobile platforms.
• Epic emphasizes that the process of installing the store might be complex due to limitations imposed by Apple and Google.

Expanded Access to Games

Beyond the availability of the store, several popular titles are now playable on mobile devices through this platform:

• Fortnite is back, accessible through the Epic Games Store mobile app.
• Fall Guys and Rocket League Sideswipe are also available, allowing for play on both iOS and Android devices in the EU.
• The developers’ revenue share remains the same, providing a consistent incentive for mobile game development.

Navigating the Mobile Platform

EU users can enjoy the expanded offerings. The challenges of accessing and installing the store on mobile devices have been addressed through the AltStore. EU gamers on iOS devices are now able to access the Fortnite and other games listed above.

• EU Android and iOS users can now download these games directly from the Epic Games Store.
• Accessing the Epic Games Store on mobile platforms might present some installation challenges.

Fortnite’s Return: A Game Changer

The return of Fortnite marks a significant comeback for the popular battle royale game on mobile.

• Fortnite is accessible through the mobile version of the Epic Games Store.
• Players were previously relegated to cloud gaming services (like Xbox Cloud Gaming and Nvidia GeForce Now) or the AltStore to play the game.

A Statement on Competition

The launch is also accompanied by a statement that reflects Epic’s stance regarding the mobile market:

• The mobile ecosystem is actively changing, presenting a new opportunity for competition.
• Epic is thankful for the EU’s role in making this launch possible, advocating for competition and choice in the mobile gaming environment for both developers and consumers.

The Epic Games Store’s entry into the mobile market with the simultaneous return of Fortnite signals a significant shift in the mobile gaming landscape. More options and choices open up for developers and consumers as the ecosystem evolves and adapts to this new reality.

Addressing Installation Concerns

Epic acknowledged the potential difficulties in installing the Epic Games Store on mobile, attributing some of the complexity to Apple and Google’s design choices. There are some nuances in installation depending on the device and region.

• Steps to install may be more involved than typical app downloads on some devices.
• Installation challenges are partially attributed to the design of the mobile app stores from Apple and Google.

Long-Term Implications

The introduction of the Epic Games Store on mobile platforms is projected to have profound implications for the future of mobile gaming:

• A greater choice of games is available, benefiting consumers and developers alike.
• The ability to directly download these games on mobile devices is a noteworthy enhancement, avoiding the necessity of using third-party methods.
• The increased competition in the mobile gaming market is expected to further innovate and improve the experience for users.