Epic Games Sues Google Over Android Monopoly, $147M Fortnite Offer, $360M Activision Blizzard Payment

Fortnite-maker Epic has sued Google, alleging that it blocks competition on Android phones. The trial began in San Francisco, with both sides presenting their opening statements. Epic claims that Google offered $147 million to launch Fortnite on the Play Store, while Google reportedly paid Activision Blizzard $360 million in incentives to ensure its games launched on the Play Store. Epic argues that Google 'bribed' its way to an Android app monopoly. The trial has shed light on Google's willingness to pay to be the default search engine on various platforms, including $26.3 billion in 2021. Epic Games Store, despite being five years old, remains unprofitable.