#Google Play Store news

Fortnite is officially returning to the Google Play Store globally on March 19, following a long-running dispute between Epic Games and Google. The comeback coincides with the launch of the game’s next season, marking the first time in years that Android users worldwide can download Fortnite directly from the Play Store again. The move triggered a legal battle not just with Google, but also with Apple, which pulled the game from the App Store under similar circumstances. As part of broader changes, Google has since reduced its Play Store commission fees to around 10–20%, down from the previous 30% cut; one of the core issues behind the conflict. Fortnite had already returned to the Play Store in the US late last year, but this marks its full global rollout on Android devices. Sony has announced that it will gradually shut down the PlayStation Store for the PlayStation 3 (PS3) and PlayStation Vita (PS Vita). Sony has announced in their blog post that they are shutting down the PlayStation Store for the PS Vita and PS3. The rollout will begin in August 2026 when the PS3 PlayStation Store closes in Mexico, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Read more in our articles including "Fortnite returns to Google Play Store worldwide" and "Sony to shut down PlayStation Store for PS3 and PS Vita".