New 'sideloading' law could see Fortnite back on iOS devices

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EU’s Digital Markets Act could come into force as early as October

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Fortnite could soon be back on iOS devices by way of third-party apps.

A new EU law could see the insanely popular battle royale game available once again on Apple products. If passed, the law - known as the Digital Markets Act - would grant iOS users more freedom over their devices.

As reported by The Verge, the Digital Markets Act would force Apple to allow its users to access third-party stores on its platform. Users would also be able to install third-party apps, a process known as sideloading. This means that those with iOS devices could download games such as Fortnite through a third-party source. The use of third-party apps is something that Apple has been staunchly against as the company feels that they would compromise its platform's security.

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The DMA hasn't yet been voted into law, but it's expected that it will be passed. If this does happen, we could see the legislation come into effect as early as October this year. 

Speaking to The Verge, European Commission spokesperson Johannes Bahrke said, "We believe that the owner of a smartphone should have the freedom to choose how to use it. This freedom includes being able to opt for alternative sources of apps on your smartphone."

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Anne-Marie Coyle
Freelance Writer

Originally from Ireland, I moved to the UK in 2014 to pursue a Games Journalism and PR degree at Staffordshire University. Following that, I've freelanced for GamesMaster, Games TM, Official PlayStation Magazine and, more recently, Play and Games Radar. My love of gaming sprang from successfully defeating that first Goomba in Super Mario Bros on the NES. These days, PlayStation is my jam. When not gaming or writing, I can usually be found scouring the internet for anything Tomb Raider related to add to my out of control memorabilia collection.