Epic Games Scores Antitrust Win Against Google

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a jury verdict ruling Google’s Play Store policies illegal. This ruling could force Google to allow third-party app stores and alternative billing methods on Android for a three-year period.

Epic Games now plans to roll out its own Android app store within Google Play, aiming to promote competition. Google is appealing and may pursue the case to the Supreme Court.

Potential Impact

• Could reshape Android app distribution by reducing Google’s control.
• May lower fees and increase choice for developers and users.