How Epic Games’ Tim Sweeney views Google deal and opening of Google Play | full interview transcript

Epic Games said yesterday it was prepared to bring Fortnite back to Google Play and drop litigation with Google thanks to policy changes that Google made. And today, we spoke to Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, about the deal and its implications. Google’s changes included concessions that Epic had asked for in its years-long antitrust litigation such as Google taking lower fees, allowing alternative payments to Google’s payments, and allowing alternative developer stores on Google Play itself. .memberful-global-teaser-content p:last-child{ -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); } This story is for GB MAX paid membership plans. Unlock premium insights, exclusive events, and VIP community perks.Upgrade MembershipAlready a Premium Member? Sign in The post How Epic Games’ Tim Sweeney views Google deal and opening of Google Play | full interview transcript appeared first on GamesBeat.

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How Epic Games’ Tim Sweeney views Google deal and opening of Google Play | full interview transcript
Epic Games said yesterday it was prepared to bring Fortnite back to Google Play and drop litigation with Google thanks to policy changes that Google made. And today, we spoke to Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, about the deal and its implications.

Google’s changes included concessions that Epic had asked for in its years-long antitrust litigation such as Google taking lower fees, allowing alternative payments to Google’s payments, and allowing alternative developer stores on Google Play itself.

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This story is for GB MAX paid membership plans. Unlock premium insights, exclusive events, and VIP community perks.Upgrade MembershipAlready a Premium Member? Sign in The post How Epic Games’ Tim Sweeney views Google deal and opening of Google Play | full interview transcript appeared first on GamesBeat.

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