Epic Games Takes Legal Action Against Google and Samsung

Epic Games has initiated a lawsuit against Google and Samsung, alleging that their practices hinder the download of Fortnite and other third-party apps. The company previously achieved a significant victory against Google in an antitrust case, demonstrating the latter's illegal monopoly over app distribution and in-app billing on Android devices.

Epic now claims that Samsung's Auto Blocker feature unfairly favors Google’s Play Store and Galaxy Store, effectively limiting consumer choice. CEO Tim Sweeney has suggested possible collusion between the two tech giants.

The Auto Blocker, which was intended to protect users, has become a default setting that complicates the installation of alternative app stores. Epic also faces ongoing challenges from Apple, despite winning a ruling in the EU.

This legal battle underscores broader concerns about competition and fairness in the digital marketplace.