# Epic Games Claims Victory as Court Finds Apple Violated Antitrust Order

## Epic Games Claims Victory as Court Finds Apple Violated Antitrust Order

Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, is celebrating a perceived victory in its ongoing legal battle against Apple. According to a report by VentureBeat, a federal district court judge has ruled that Apple willfully violated a court order related to the initial Epic Games vs. Apple antitrust case.

While the details of the violation remain somewhat unclear from the initial report, this ruling marks a significant development in the long-standing feud between the two tech giants. The original lawsuit, brought by Epic Games, alleged that Apple’s App Store policies, particularly its mandatory 30% commission on in-app purchases and restrictions on alternative payment methods, constitute anticompetitive behavior.

Although Epic Games didn’t achieve a complete victory in the initial ruling, the court did order Apple to allow developers to inform users of alternative payment options outside of the App Store. This latest ruling suggests that Apple may not have fully complied with that order, leading to the finding of a willful violation.

Dean Takahashi of VentureBeat reports that Epic Games is touting this ruling as a win, likely because it strengthens their argument that Apple is acting in a manner that stifles competition and harms developers. The consequences of this violation remain to be seen, but could range from further legal action and fines to more stringent enforcement of the original court order.

The battle between Epic Games and Apple is a landmark case with potential implications for the entire app ecosystem. It raises fundamental questions about the control that platform holders like Apple and Google exert over their app stores and the impact of those policies on innovation and consumer choice. This latest development underscores the complexity of the issue and suggests that the legal fight is far from over. As the case continues to unfold, it will undoubtedly be closely watched by developers, regulators, and consumers alike.