Fortnite returned to Australia's App Store on October 23, 2026, following a lengthy dispute between Epic Games and Apple over app distribution and payment rules.
Australia's Federal Court ordered Apple to allow competing app marketplaces, direct downloads from the web, and alternative payment methods by March 2027. The ruling applies to Australia and does not automatically change App Store rules worldwide.
Apple disputes several findings and plans to seek a stay and appeal. Fortnite's Australian return has already happened, while the broader marketplace changes are still ahead.
Source: ABC News, October 23, 2026. Additional confirmation: Reuters, October 22, 2026.