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Epic Games News: Epic Games Secures Court Victory Over Google

October 8, 2024

Epic Games Unicorn News - October 08, 2024

Epic Games has won a significant court ruling against Google, which will now allow third-party app stores to integrate with Google Play. This landmark decision is set to reshape the Android app distribution landscape, with changes to be implemented starting November 1.

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( 00:00:33 ) Epic Games Wins Court Ruling Against Google, Impacting Android App Distribution

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On October 7, 2024, Judge James Donato issued a pivotal ruling in the Epic v. Google trial, which has been ongoing since 2020. The court's decision requires Google to permit third-party app stores, including Epic Games, to integrate with the Google Play Store. This ruling addresses allegations of monopolistic practices by Google in its Play Store operations. As a result, starting November 1, Google must allow alternative app stores to be hosted on its platform, providing them access to all apps, though developers have the option to opt out. Additionally, Google is prohibited from mandating the use of Google Play Billing for apps on its store and must enable developers to inform users about alternative methods for downloading and purchasing apps. In response to the ruling, Google has initiated an appeal process and is attempting to delay the implementation of these changes. Despite this, the injunction is set to remain in effect until November 1, 2027. To ensure compliance with the court's directives, a three-person committee, comprising representatives from both Google and Epic, will be established to oversee the enforcement of these changes. This decision marks a significant transformation in the app distribution framework on Android devices, potentially reshaping how apps are distributed and monetized on the platform.

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