Epic v. Google: everything we learned in Fortnite courtSee all StoriesPosted Aug 19, 2026 at 11:22 PM UTCSSean HollisterGoogle just showed off its new prototype of how third-party app stores will look.The company’s lawyers are telling the judge in Epic Games v. Google that developers need around 10 more days to make the fixes he ordered. Judge Donato was not happy with the original way it looked, calling out Google for adding unnecessary “anticompetitive friction”.App stores will now appear alongside apps in search. Previously, they didn’t. Images: US District CourtFollow topics and authors from this story to see more like this in your personalized homepage feed and to receive email updates.Sean HollisterLoading commentsGetting the conversation ready...Most PopularMost PopularAmazon seemingly leaked Jason Statham’s entire Mutiny movieComcast is turning millions of its routers into motion detectorsThe Pixel 11 Pro is a great phone, no thanks to its flashiest new featuresThe Pixel 11 isn’t the best Pixel of 2026, but it’s the smartest buyGoogle’s Pixel 11 Pro Fold feels like the end of an eraThe Verge DailyA free daily digest of the news that matters most.Email (required)By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policyand Terms of Serviceapply.
Google just showed off its new prototype of how third-party app stores will look.
[Image: App stores will now appear alongside apps in search. Previously, they didn’t. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/08/google-app-store-third-party-epic-compliance.jpg?quality=90&strip=all] The company’s lawyers are telling the judge in Epic Games v. Google that developers need around 10 more days to make the fixes he ordered. Judge Donato was not happy with the original way it looked, calling out Google for adding unnecessary “anticompetitive friction”.







