Fortnite Can Go Back to iPhones via Nvidia GeForce
Nvidia has recently created a variant of its cloud gaming service that could run in the Safari mobile web browser. If the cloud gaming service GeForce now supports Fortnite, the game will, in principle, return to iPhones and iPads but Nvidia has not released any official information at this point.
Nvidia's Geforce Now Can Run In The Safari Mobile Browser
Epic Games smartphone shooter royale battle Fortnite can make its way back to iPhones and iPads. BBC announced earlier this week that Nvidia has built a version of its GeForce Now cloud gaming service which can run in the Safari mobile web browser. Nvidia's online gaming technology is currently available for machines running on Windows, Mac, Android and Chromebook.
Apple officially only allows the installation of software that are downloaded from its iOS App Store. The giant isn't actually banning third-party platforms, though. So if Nvidia eventually releases GeForce Now for Safari, Fortnite will potentially return to the iPhones and iPads.
The U.S. chipmaker has not released any official details on the matter with that in mind. In addition, Nvidia explained in an interview for CNBC “Fortnite is not confirmed for GeForce Now on platforms beyond PC, Mac and Android.“
In principle, since GeForce already supports fortnite for Safari, users of the iPhone and iPad will be able to play this. If this occurs, though, Apple will be left without its 30% commission which applies to in-app purchases.
Epic And Apple Continue Their Court Battle
Epic Games launched a 20% permanent discount in August this year on all V-bucks that were bought directly from Epic Games and not from the App Store. Epic clarified its decision in a blog that details payment choices charge a 30% fee through Apple or Google.
In addition, the company said: “If Apple or Google lower their fees on payments in the future, Epic will pass along the savings to you.” After the permanent discount options had been released, fortnite was pulled from the App Store and Epic Games filed a lawsuit against Apple.
Apple's reaction claimed that Epic Games “took the unfortunate step of violating the App Store guidelines“. Additionally, Apple said the recommendations are extended fairly to all apps, thereby making the App Store safe for all consumers.
Apple later reported the Epic Games falsely sent out three emails calling for special conditions. However the comments were denied by Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney. Bearing in mind that the court battle between Apple and Epic Games is continuing, a tribunal case is scheduled for May next year.
