Gonzalez supported Apple’s decision to remove Fortnite and promised to send a notice in writing. She criticized Epic Games, calling the developer’s actions a lie because the studio was familiar with the App Store contract rules. CNN reporter Brian Fung noted that the judge was skeptical about Epic Games’ lawsuit.

Despite this, Gonzalez recommended that the case be tried by a jury. In the future, everything will depend on the decisions of the parties. She also offered to bring Fortnite back to the App Store pending consideration, provided that all proceeds from the game will be held in an escrow account until the company resolves the conflict. Apple said it needed to hold a meeting about it, while Epic rejected the offer. According to the latter, in this way, the judge provides assistance in the execution of “illegal decisions of the monopolists. “

Recall that the conflict between the companies happened in mid-August. Epic Games has expressed dissatisfaction with the 30% commission on the App Store and has tried to add in-game item sales to Fortnite, bypassing the service. After that, Apple blocked the shooter in its store. In response, the Fortnite developer has filed a lawsuit.

Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney called his actions a fight for consumer and developer rights. In response, the platform holder accused Sweeney of lying, saying that at the end of July he wrote to Apple demanding exclusive terms for Epic.

In late September, Epic Games, Spotify, Tinder, and a number of other companies launched the App Fairness Coalition. They accused Apple of anti-competitive behavior.