Epic Games sues Google and Samsung for "anticompetitive actions"

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Epic Games is suing Samsung and Google over an Auto Blocker feature that the game developer claims is preventing competition from third-party app stores. The lawsuit comes after a similar legal dispute back in August 2020, which saw the Fortnite developer win a case to remedy "Google’s monopolistic behaviour".

While there are plenty of games consoles on the market, mobile gaming still remains a popular medium – something that is allegedly restricted thanks to Samsung's Auto Blocker feature. While Samsung claims that Auto Blocker "protects your Galaxy device and data by preventing the installation of applications from unauthorized sources", Epic alleges it's merely a result of "anticompetitive actions."

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Natalie Fear
Staff Writer

Natalie Fear is Creative Bloq's staff writer. With an eye for trending topics and a passion for internet culture, she brings you the latest in art and design news. Natalie also runs Creative Bloq’s Day in the Life series, spotlighting diverse talent across the creative industries. Outside of work, she loves all things literature and music (although she’s partial to a spot of TikTok brain rot).