Epic Games, the American video game developer behind popular titles like Fortnite and Fall Guys, has made a significant move by launching its own app store, the Epic Games Store, on iOS in the European Union (EU) and globally on Android. This development comes in the wake of regulatory changes brought about by the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the EU, which required Apple to open its iOS platform to allow sideloading of apps and third-party app stores.
With the launch of the Epic Games Store on mobile platforms, users now have access to a range of exclusive video games from Epic Games, including popular titles like Fortnite, Rocket League Sideswipe, and Fall Guys. This move marks a significant shift in the mobile ecosystem, as Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney noted in a press release, stating that the mobile ecosystem is finally opening up to competition.
While the iOS version of the Epic Games Store is currently limited to the EU, the Android version is available globally, including in countries like India. For Android users in India who wish to install the Epic Games Store on their devices, the process is relatively straightforward. By following a few simple steps, users can access the Epic Games Store and start enjoying their favorite games on their Android devices.
To install the Epic Games Store on an Android device in India, users can follow these steps:
1. Open the web browser on your Android device and visit the “epic.download” webpage.
2. Tap on the „Install on Android“ button.
3. Tap on the “Download Anyway” button when the pop-up message appears.
4. In the “Downloads” section of your browser, tap on the downloaded file.
5. If a pop-up message asks if you want to allow installing apps from this source, tap on the “Settings” button.
6. Enable the toggle that says “Allow From This Source” and tap on Install.
7. If you have already enabled the option, tapping on the downloaded file will bring up a pop-up message asking if you want to install the app; tap on Install.
8. Open the app and select the game you wish to install.
9. Tapping on the install button will trigger the same pop-up message asking you to allow the source to install apps.
10. Head to settings from the pop-up message and enable the toggle that says “Allow From This Source.”
11. Confirm installation and open the game.
Overall, the launch of the Epic Games Store on iOS and Android represents a significant step forward for Epic Games and the mobile gaming industry as a whole. With access to exclusive titles and increased competition in the app store market, players can look forward to a more diverse and exciting gaming experience on their mobile devices.
