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What is the oldest video game? It might not be what you expect.

Before Fortnite, Call of Duty and The Last of Us, other creative video games set the stage for the blockbusters we see today.

It's been a long four years since Apple yanked Fortnite from its app store and now game developer Epic Games has created a new mobile store where iOS users can download Fortnite on the go once more.

But, there's a catch.

At this time, the new mobile version of Fortnite will only be available for iOS users in Europe. Android users, however, are jumping with joy because anyone anywhere with Android has access to mobile Fortnite.

The announcement comes just in time as the new season of Fortnite, with a Marvel collab, begins on Aug. 16.

Is Fortnite on iOS?

Yes, Fortnite is technically on iOS, but only if you're located in the European Union.

For years, Epic Games and Apple have been in back-and-forth litigation over Epic wanting to launch its own store rivaling Apple's and so iOS users have been unable to use third party apps. Until now.

With the EU's Digital Markets Act now in place, it forces tech giants like Apple to make changes allowing rivals like Epic more access to their specific users.

Only time will tell if those iOS users in the U.S. will be able to Fortnite on mobile in the future.

So, if you're an Android user or a European Apple user looking for how to download Fortnite to play on the go, here's how to download it via the new Epic Games Store.

Is there an Epic Games mobile app?

Yes, Epic Games Store is its own app, operating in a similar way as Steam. You can download popular games created by Epic Games.

For Android users and those located in the EU, you simply have to go to store.epicgames.com and scan the QR code provided at the top of the page. That QR link will take you to the install page.

How do I download the Epic Games app?

To download the Epic Games Store, users will need to head to store.epicgames.com and scan the QR code on the website to be taken to the install page.

The Epic Games website also has specific instructions for EU iOS users and for those using Android.

And don't worry parental units, you can enable parental controls on your kiddo's devices on mobile as well.

Meredith G. White covers entertainment and culture for The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com. She has the latest news about video games, television and things to do in metro Phoenix. Follow her on X and Instagram @meredithgwhite and onFacebook as Meredith G. White. Email her at meredith.white@arizonarepublic.com.

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