Earlier today, Phones Canada received news that Apple has once again terminated the developer account belonging to Epic Games, the creators of the popular game Fortnite.

Epic Games shared the correspondence they received from Apple explaining the reason behind this decision. According to Apple, Epic Games breached their contractual obligations, leading to a legal ruling allowing Apple to terminate any or all of Epic Games’ entities at their discretion.

In response, Apple stated that Epic Games’ behavior has been deemed untrustworthy, especially after the company attempted to bypass App Store fees by incorporating its own payment gateway for Fortnite back in August 2020.

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney expressed his disappointment with Apple’s actions, highlighting a tweet where he criticized Apple’s leadership for labeling any criticism as untrustworthiness. Sweeney emphasized that his intention was not to attack Apple but rather to shed light on areas where improvement is needed.

Despite Sweeney’s efforts to address these issues constructively, Apple proceeded to ban Epic Games’ developer account in Sweden. As a result, it seems unlikely that Fortnite will be returning to the App Store anytime soon, particularly in Europe.

In conclusion, both companies are facing challenges in their relationship as they navigate complex issues surrounding app development and market competition. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold in the future. Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing saga between Epic Games and Apple!