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Apple Announces Anticompetitive Terms and Junk Fees to Undermine Alternative Stores and Payments in Brazil

Fall Guys is now Free For All across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X and the Epic Games Store with cross-play.

App developers express concern over potential changes to Apple’s App Store policies as antitrust settlement talks progress. Developers fear reduced flexibility in pricing, distribution, or revenue models if Apple adjusts its terms. The uncertainty stems from ongoing negotiations between the U.S. Department of Justice and Apple regarding its market practices.

Oct 2026 · The InformationNews article

Epic Games is making a major push into AI-assisted development, and that effort extends to its work on a new, faster games launcher. The company describes the launcher as “vibe coded,” linking the project to its broader use of AI-assisted development.

Oct 2026 · The VergeNews article

Epic Games delays its Disney project and asks developers on the upcoming shooter to use more artificial intelligence. The company tells the team that production will now be an “AI first” production; the available details do not specify the scope of the change.

Oct 2026 · Bloomberg TechNews article

Y Combinator files an amicus brief supporting Epic Games in its legal battle with Apple, arguing that App Store fees have hindered startup growth and innovation. It asks the court to deny Apple’s appeal and uphold a ruling requiring Apple to let developers offer alternative payment options transparently. The brief says the 30% revenue share can make it difficult for startups to scale, hire, and reinvest.

Aug 2025 · TechCrunchNews article