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Xbox Makes 'Fortnite' Game Free to Play on iPhones

Microsoft's video game unit Xbox on Thursday said it will tap into cloud computing to make "Fortnite" free to play on mobile devices powered by Apple or Android software. The popular battle royals title from Epic Games will be the first free-to-play game available through an Xbox Cloud Gaming service…

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Xbox Cloud Gaming is bringing Fortnite to iOS devices for free

Xbox Cloud Gaming is bringing Fortnite to iOS devices for free

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'Fortnite' lightsaber locations: Where to find them and how to block

'Fortnite' lightsaber locations: Where to find them and how to block

In celebration of May the 4th--AKA Star Wars day--Epic Games has added lightsabers to 'Fortnite.' Here's where to find them and how to block with them.

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'Fortnite' Chapter 3 Season 3: Darth Vader skin, release date, and leaks

The upcoming season of 'Fortnite' is shaping up to be an exciting one. Here's what we know about it, including its release date and leaks.

Gaming Platforms FlickPlay, The Sandbox Take Steps toward Metaverse

Gaming companies FlickPlay and The Sandbox announced a new partnership on Monday that will allow players to use a blockchain asset on both platforms, representing a key step in the building of the metaverse. The idea of the metaverse involves people moving freely between virtual worlds on different platforms and…

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Move Over Roblox, A Lego-Themed Metaverse For Kids Could Be Coming

One of the most popular games for kids over the past five years has been Roblox, a PC and mobile game from Roblox Corp (NYSE: RBLX). Could a competing metaverse game from one of the most popular kids’ toys of all-time take market share away?

'Fortnite' Darth Vader, Indiana Jones, and Family Guy release window and rumors

A slew of leaks and rumors indicate that Darth Vader, Indiana Jones, Doomslayer, and Family Guy characters are coming to 'Fortnite.' Here's what we know.

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Sony invests $1 billion in Epic Games for metaverse development

Sony invests $1 billion in Epic Games for metaverse development

The studio behind Fortnite is now worth an estimated $31.5 billion

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Fortnite Maker Clocks $32B Valuation After Raising Funds From Sony, Lego

Fortnite Maker Clocks $32B Valuation After Raising Funds From Sony, Lego

Fortnite maker Epic Games raised $2 billion from Sony Group Corp (NYSE:SONY) and the family-owned holding company behind the Lego Group, reaching a valuation of $31.5 billion, Reuters reports. Sony, an existing investor, and the Kirkbi investment company invested $1 billion to help Epic accomplish its metaverse ambitions. Epic Games essentially lost a trial in…

Epic Games Valued at about $32 Bln in Funding from Sony, Lego Firm

Epic Games Valued at about $32 Bln in Funding from Sony, Lego Firm

Epic Games said on Monday it had raised $2 billion from Sony Group Corp and the family owned holding company behind the Lego Group, valuing the "Fortnite" creator at $31.5 billion. Sony, an existing investor, and the Kirkbi investment company each invested $1 billion, Epic said, with the fundraising to…

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'Max Payne’ remake: Developer, Epic Games exclusivity, and release window

'Max Payne’ remake: Developer, Epic Games exclusivity, and release window

The neo-noir Max Payne series is a classic among action games, and now it's making a comeback. Here's everything you need to know about the Max Payne remake.

Roblox Backs Apple in Antitrust Case, Says App Store Offers Privacy and Security

Roblox Backs Apple in Antitrust Case, Says App Store Offers Privacy and Security

Online gaming platform Roblox Corp said on Thursday Apple Inc's App Store offers privacy and safety benefits to its users, supporting the iPhone-maker's bid to beat an appeal by Epic Games in a key US antitrust case. Epic, known for its "Fortnite" game, largely lost a trial last year over…

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‘Fortnite’ is once again facing legal trouble over its emote dances

‘Fortnite’ is once again facing legal trouble over its emote dances

This time around, Kyle Hanagami, a YouTuber and dance choreographer, claims the Epic Games property ripped off one of his copyrighted dances.

'Fortnite' Zero Build: Release time, gameplay changes, and player reaction

'Fortnite' Zero Build: Release time, gameplay changes, and player reaction

'Fortnite' Zero Build mode removes an iconic feature from the popular battle royale, and some fans say it's for the better. Here's how Zero Build changes 'Fortnite.'

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Apple Says Epic Games Lost Trial Due To Failure In Proving Wrongdoing

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) said Thursday that Epic Games Inc. lost its antitrust lawsuit trial against the tech giant last year due to the “Fortnite” videogame maker’s failure to prove wrongdoing.

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Epic Games and Xbox raise $36 million for Ukraine humanitarian relief

Fortnite proceeds are helping the country in a big way.

Why did Fortnite remove rebuilding? New update hints at Epic's future plans

With 'Fortnite' Chapter 3 Season 2, Epic Games has fundamentally changed the most foundational game mechanic, so what does it mean for the future?

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Poland’s CD Projekt Announces New ‘The Witcher’ Installment

Polish video games maker CD Projekt said on Monday work on the long-awaited next installment of its "The Witcher" series had started. It did not provide details on the development timeframe or release date. The medieval fantasy series debuted in 2007 and the newest game, "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,"…

CD Projekt Red partners with Epic on new ‘Witcher’ game

CD Projekt and Epic Games are collaborating on a new ‘Witcher’ game, but not in the way you might think.

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New Witcher game is in development at CD Projekt Red

The studio behind Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is working on another entry.

25 Best free PC games to play in 2026

From 2XKO to Fortnite, the best free PC games of 2026 offer huge experiences in exchange for absolutely nothing

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What does Bandcamp's sale to Epic Games mean for independent music?

Since the announcement on Wednesday that online music distributor Bandcamp, a central hub for independent artists and labels selling digital and physical media, has been sold to Epic Games, the gaming giant responsible for Fortnite, Gears of War and the Infinity Blaze series, musicians and fans have been expressing concern…

'Fortnite' Parent — Chasing Apple For Anti-Competitive Practices — Now Faces Similar Concerns Over Bandcamp Purchase

“Fortnite” game developer Epic Games Inc. — which filed a lawsuit against Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) for antitrust practices — is now facing similar allegations over its acquisition of online music store Bandcamp.

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Epic Games to buy artist-focused site Bandcamp, adding music to its 'metaverse'

CARY, North Carolina — Video game developer Epic Games said Wednesday it is buying Bandcamp, a popular music marketplace used by artists, for an undisclosed sum.

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