Fortnite Reinstated on U.S. Apple App Store After Five-Year Hiatus

Fortnite has triumphantly returned to the U.S. Apple App Store, delighting iPhone and iPad users.

Epic Games, the developer, announced the comeback via a post on X/Twitter, thrilling mobile gaming enthusiasts with the news that they can dive back into the iconic battle royale game after a five-year absence. The Fortnite iOS store page has been restored to its 2020 glory, now kicking off with a bold declaration: “Fortnite is back!”

Fortnite is BACK on the App Store in the U.S. on iPhones and iPads... and on the Epic Games Store and AltStore in the E.U! It’ll show up in Search soon!

Get Fortnite on the App Store in the U.S. ➡️ https://t.co/HQu3pYCXFm pic.twitter.com/w74QPFFkOS

— Fortnite (@Fortnite) May 20, 2025

At the time of this report, some U.S. Apple users may encounter issues finding Fortnite via the App Store search, though Epic assures this will be resolved “soon.” For now, you can visit its revitalized store page directly. E.U. players can also access Fortnite through the Epic Games Store and AltStore.

Fortnite’s return to iOS devices, including iPhones and iPads, marks the resolution of the high-profile conflict between Epic and Apple. The saga began in August 2020 when Apple and Google pulled Fortnite from their digital storefronts after Epic introduced an update that lowered V-Bucks prices and implemented a direct payment system. Epic justified the move as a response to what it deemed “excessive” fees charged by Apple and Google.

A protracted legal battle ensued, keeping Fortnite off official app stores for millions of players who once enjoyed it on Apple and Google Play. The tide turned in April when Epic CEO Tim Sweeney announced Fortnite’s return to the iOS App Store in early May, following a ruling from a U.S. Federal District Court in California. Despite a brief delay due to Apple’s continued restrictions, Fortnite has now made its long-awaited return to iOS after five years.

Players downloading Fortnite on Apple devices can now purchase V-Bucks through the Epic Games Store or in-app purchases. For instance, opting for the 2,800 V-Bucks pack at $22.99 allows users to pay Epic directly, receiving $4.60 (20%) back for use on other Epic offerings.

For more Fortnite news, check out Epic’s Darth Vader AI bot, a Star Wars collaboration that’s sparked controversy after players discovered ways to make it use explicit language. The Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) filed an unfair labor practice charge against Epic yesterday.