Epic Games Settles Samsung Antitrust Lawsuit Over Fortnite Distribution

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Epic Games Settles Samsung Antitrust Lawsuit Over Fortnite Distribution
07
Jul

Epic Games Resolves Samsung Antitrust Dispute Through Settlement

Epic Games has officially settled its antitrust lawsuit against Samsung, ending a legal battle that challenged the tech giant’s app distribution practices. Court documents filed this week confirmed the resolution between the Fortnite creator and the South Korean electronics manufacturer.

The settlement concludes Epic’s claims that Samsung violated antitrust laws through its Galaxy Store policies and app installation restrictions. Epic had argued that Samsung’s practices created unfair barriers for alternative app stores and developers seeking to reach Android users directly.

This resolution marks another chapter in Epic’s broader campaign against major tech platforms’ marketplace dominance. The gaming company previously fought similar battles against Apple and Google, challenging their app store monopolies and commission structures.

Samsung’s Galaxy Store serves millions of Android device users worldwide, making it a significant distribution channel for mobile applications. The company has not disclosed specific terms of the settlement, and both parties declined to comment on financial details.

Epic’s legal strategy has consistently targeted what it calls “walled garden” ecosystems that limit consumer choice and developer freedom. The company has invested heavily in these antitrust cases as part of its mission to create more open digital marketplaces.

The settlement allows both companies to avoid lengthy court proceedings while potentially opening new opportunities for app distribution on Samsung devices.

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