Epic Games Accuses Google and Samsung of Antitrust Violations

Epic Games has accused Google and Samsung of conspiring to protect Google’s Play Store from competition. The lawsuit alleges that a Samsung security feature, Auto Blocker, deters users from downloading apps outside official stores, reducing consumer choice. Both Google and Samsung deny the claims.

Epic Games, the creator of the popular video game 'Fortnite,' has accused Google and Samsung of collusion aimed at safeguarding Google's Play Store from competition.

According to the lawsuit filed in U.S. federal court, Samsung's security feature Auto Blocker prevents users from downloading apps from third-party sources, thereby limiting consumer options and stifling competition.

Both companies deny these allegations, with Google withholding comment and Samsung planning to contest the claim vigorously.

(With inputs from agencies.)