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> Epic stated that they want to create their own separate app store outside of apple, but are unable to because apple does not allow sideloading. That argument
by jsjohnst 6y ago
> Epic stated that they want to create their own separate app store outside of apple, but are unable to because apple does not allow sideloading.
That argument would ring less hollow had they done that on the platform that does allow side loading, but they eventually published on the Google Play store.
- gpm 6y agoThey do also still allow sideloading on android. Which was actually what their update did on Apple too (you can buy things via apple pay, or directly from us for less money) Actually they just got banned on android as well, so now they only allow sideloading on android.
- jsjohnst 6y ago> They do also still allow sideloading on android. My point was, they had the chance and in fact did go completely sideloading on Android, but eventually caved and joined the Play store. Obviously there’s value enough for them to take Google’s 30% cut in the Play store, so why did they do it? Why wasn’t staying sideload only enough, especially when they are arguing they should be able to do it on iOS. > Which was actually what their update did on Apple too Sorry, but that’s 100% false. Adding an extra payment option in your app is not the same thing as sideloading and not going through the App Store for publishing and distribution. Apples and Oranges so you speak.
- ehnto 6y agoEpic has a platform on PC, I imagine they just see the writing on the wall for phone app stores and held off.