a long road namely Epic Games vs. Apple's legal battle began back in August 2020 when Fortnite was released from the iOS store due to an ongoing battle between Epic Games and Apple. Epic Games has tried to "cheat" Apple's existing rules for third-party applications by avoiding the required payment for all third-party businesses, so the technology company has canceled the game. Epic Games backed down by saying that Apple adopted a people-centered model for business support, which led to the Orwellian 1984 #FreeFortnite campaign. Even Valve is drawn into this mix, something that fights the PC giant too. Now, the hearing is expected to start the full smoke ahead. For those who are interested, you can listen to yourself in court proceedings yourself.
When does Epic vs. vs. Games start? Apple Apple?
The trial is expected to last three weeks, starting today, May 3, 2021. Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers is leading a civil war in Oakland, California. There have been a few steps in the past regarding the Epic vs. War. Apple, but this is a test that will take the legal effect of who the court will favor.
How can I listen to Epic Games vs. Apple trial?
For those who are interested in listening to the process themselves, there is a straight line of sound in the trial. Evidence, as presented to the public, will be available here. As for how to listen, here's what the court has to offer:
According to the new official list of lawsuits, "Plaintiff Epic Games, Inc. is bringing this action to defendant Apple Inc., alleging violations of anti-trust laws with its Apple App Store policies on iOS devices. Apple denies that Epic Games violates its agreements for developers and App Store guides by introducing a direct payment option for iOS devices in Epic Games' Fortnite video. "
The judge in charge of the case had previously issued a statement against Epic Games, saying the company was "unreliable" for its intentions regarding the acquisition within Forntite. "You did something, you lied about it by leaving out, not coming," the judge said during a previous hearing. He continued, "That's a security issue. That's a security problem!"
That being said, there has been some advice on how Apple behaves on its side. Where the court will fall remains to be seen, but we will follow it up here at the Game Informer. With the lines listed above, you can also follow.