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Epic Games $800 Million Deal with Google
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January 26, 2026

Epic Games $800 Million Deal with Google

- Epic Games and Google have entered into a six-year, 0 million partnership involving joint product development, marketing, and technical collaboration. - The partnership includes closer integration of Unreal Engine, which powers Fortnite and many third-party games. - The judge raised concerns about how the partnership might affect Epic's legal demands in the antitrust lawsuit against Google. - Google has proposed changes to Android monetization, including new fee structures for in-app billing and web payments. - The outcome of the case could shape how monetization works across mobile platforms for years to come.
Nazara to publish PC game Bodycam in Fortnite
AppWizard
September 8, 2025

Nazara to publish PC game Bodycam in Fortnite

Nazara Technologies has announced the launch of the PC title Bodycam within Fortnite, marking its first adaptation into the Fortnite ecosystem. The game is being developed using the Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), enhancing its visuals and performance. This project is a collaboration with Virstate and Reissad Studio, featuring high-stakes tactical action and community-driven modes for players across various platforms. Bodycam will include two multiplayer modes: Gun Game and Team Deathmatch, with additional maps to be introduced later. The game is optimized for UEFN using Unreal Engine 5.3. It is independently created and not sponsored by Epic Games.
Xbox Games The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Minecraft, and Forza Horizon 5 Top Sony’s PS5 Sales Charts
AppWizard
May 6, 2025

Xbox Games The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Minecraft, and Forza Horizon 5 Top Sony’s PS5 Sales Charts

Microsoft's multiplatform gaming strategy is showing strong results, with its titles dominating sales charts on the PlayStation Store in April 2025. In the U.S. and Canada, Microsoft games such as The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Minecraft, and Forza Horizon 5 occupied the top three positions in the non-free-to-play download chart for PS5. Europe also saw success with Forza Horizon 5 leading, followed by The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and Minecraft. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, launched on Game Pass, also appeared on both charts, alongside other Microsoft-owned titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, emphasized that this strategy is a calculated business move to enhance revenue, especially following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Discussions about transitioning Halo to other platforms have been ongoing, reflecting on the financial implications of exclusivity. While there may be pushback from Xbox fans regarding the dilution of brand identity, the focus remains on aligning with long-term business goals and evolving with the gaming audience.
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BetaBeacon
February 24, 2025

Epic Games Expands Android Store And Academic Partnerships

Epic Games has launched the Epic Games Store for Android, expanding its gaming ecosystem outside of traditional platforms like the Google Play Store. The store initially opened with around 20 games and now boasts over 30 titles, including popular options like Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Warface: GO. Android users can redeem key titles for free until March 20. Epic Games is also offering developers improved terms compared to other platforms and deepening ties with academia through partnerships like the Unreal Academic Partnership with the University of North Carolina Greensboro. This partnership aims to offer students cutting-edge curriculum grounded in real-world applications of Unreal Engine technology, preparing them for future innovation within the gaming industry.
The Epic Games Store for Android now has over 30 games
BetaBeacon
February 21, 2025

The Epic Games Store for Android now has over 30 games

Epic Games Store on Android now has over 30 games available, including popular titles like Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II, which can be redeemed for free until March 20. The store has more games for Android than iOS, with only 26 games available on iOS, which is only accessible in the EU.
A Pair Of Great Star Wars RPGs Are Free For Android Owners Right Now
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February 21, 2025

A Pair Of Great Star Wars RPGs Are Free For Android Owners Right Now

The Epic Games Store is offering free games on mobile, with Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Knights of the Old Republic II available until March 20. Epic Games Store has been adding new games each month and plans to move to a weekly schedule later this year. Epic Games has been expanding its cross-platform accounts and is trying to attract users with free games on mobile.
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