mobile storefront Archives

BetaBeacon

December 12, 2024

Epic Games’ app store will be preinstalled on millions of Android phones

Epic Games has partnered with Telefónica to have its mobile storefront pre-installed on millions of compatible Android devices sold by Telefónica networks, offering popular games like Fortnite and Fall Guys.

AppWizard

October 11, 2024

Xbox to begin selling games through Android app in November

Microsoft will allow users to purchase games directly through its Xbox app on Android starting in November. This decision follows a court ruling requiring Google to open its Play Store to third-party stores for three years. Xbox aims to enhance consumer choice and flexibility within the gaming ecosystem. Initially, the Xbox app will feature first-party games like Minecraft and Candy Crush, with plans to include third-party games later. Additionally, Xbox has merged its main app with the Xbox Game Pass app for a more cohesive user experience.

AppWizard

October 11, 2024

“The court’s ruling to open up Google´s mobile store in the US will allow more choice and flexibility.” Xbox president Sarah Bond confirms you’ll be able to buy and play games on Android from November.

Microsoft has merged the Xbox App with the Xbox Game Pass app, allowing users to purchase games directly and access Xbox Cloud Gaming on Android devices starting November 1, 2024. This change follows a court ruling requiring Google to open its U.S. mobile storefront. The Xbox App will serve as the central hub for gaming on mobile, while users can access cloud gaming at Xbox.com/play. Microsoft also plans to launch an Xbox Mobile Store, expected in July 2024, featuring first-party titles and eventually third-party games.

BetaBeacon

August 17, 2024

‘Fortnite’ back on iPhones in Europe, globally on Android

Epic Games is launching a new mobile storefront after legal battles with Apple and Google. CEO Tim Sweeney is optimistic about attracting gamers on Android and iOS devices globally.

BetaBeacon

July 26, 2024

Epic Games to bring Fortnite to AltStore, remove the battle royale from Samsung Galaxy Store and more in latest move

Epic Games is bringing their mobile catalogue to the AltStore on iOS in the EU while removing their games from the Samsung Galaxy Store due to Samsung's policy against side-loading. They will launch their own store with a 12% fee for payments they process and no fees for third-party payments. Epic plans to announce support for at least two more third-party app stores in the near future.