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What's Free in the Epic Games Store This Week?

Have you done the impossible and run out of new video games to play? Or are you someone who simply enjoys free stuff? There's no shame in that, especially with game prices rising and tariffs looming. Who isn't eager to save a bit of money? If that does sound like you, then we've got just the place you should check out: the Epic Games Store. The store launched in 2019 after Epic capitalized on the massive success of battle royale game Fortnite. Addictively fun, Fortnite quickly became a cultural

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Epic Games Settles With Samsung. That's a Big Deal for Fortnite Players and Gamers More Broadly

Epic Games says it's reached a settlement with Samsung after suing both Samsung and Google last year over antitrust issues. The action is likely a turning point for players of Fortnite and other games. Epic didn't disclose the terms of the settlement, but the original suit focused on Samsung blocking the installation of apps on its mobile devices, making it more difficult for users to install Epic Games titles, such as the popular Fortnite. At the time, Epic said it took 21 steps to install a g

Fortnite Maker Epic Games Settles With Samsung Following App-Blocking Lawsuit

Epic Games says it's reached a settlement after taking legal action against Samsung, which it sued last year along with Google over antitrust issues. In a motion filed in a California district court, Epic requested a dismissal of its claims against Samsung, saying Epic, "has reached a settlement agreement with Defendants Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc." Epic did not disclose the terms of the settlement, but the original suit focused around Samsung blocking th

Epic Games ends its antitrust lawsuit against Samsung

Epic Games has dropped its suit against Samsung. "We’re dismissing our court case against Samsung following the parties’ discussions," Epic CEO and founder Tim Sweeney posted on X. "We are grateful that Samsung will address Epic’s concerns." The company filed the action in September. The lawsuit centered on the company's Auto Blocker feature, which only allows apps to be installed from the Google Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Store. Epic claimed this made it difficult for potential customers to

Samsung and Epic Games call a truce in app store lawsuit

Epic Games, buoyed by the massive success of Fortnite, has spent the last few years throwing elbows in the mobile industry to get its app store on more phones. It scored an antitrust win against Google in late 2023, and the following year it went after Samsung for deploying "Auto Blocker" on its Android phones, which would make it harder for users to install the Epic Games Store. Now, the parties have settled the case just days before Samsung will unveil its latest phones. The Epic Store drama

Fortnite maker Epic Games settles antitrust case against Samsung

In Brief Fortnite maker Epic Games has settled its antitrust case against Samsung, according to a court filing. The case, filed last September, accused Samsung of working with Google to block rival app stores by default on Samsung phones. “We’re dismissing our court case against Samsung following the parties’ discussions,” Epic CEO Tim Sweeney said in a post on X. He added, “We are grateful that Samsung will address Epic’s concerns.” An Epic spokesperson declined further comment, pointing to

Epic reaches mystery settlement with Samsung days before new Galaxy phones

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Last September, after successfully suing Google for running an illegal app store monopoly, Epic Games sued Samsung, too — alleging the phonemaker of illegally conspiring with Google to undermine third-party app stores. An “Auto Blocker” feature on Samsung Android phones, which was turned on by default, automatically kept users from installi

Play Fortnite? You can claim part of Epic's $245 million settlement payout - for one more week

Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images More than 500,000 Fortnite players are in line to receive a cash payment from Epic Games after the Federal Trade Commission ruled that the game maker tricked customers into making unwanted purchases. Some people have already received payments, but there's still an opportunity for new claims. Also: Apple's $95 million Siri settlement claims are ending soon - how to secure your payout The $245 million settlement, first announced two years ago, accused th

Play Fortnite? You can get part of Epic's $245 million settlement payout - here's how

NurPhoto / Getty Images More than 500,000 Fortnite players are in line to receive a cash payment from Epic Games after the Federal Trade Commission ruled that the game maker tricked customers into making unwanted purchases. Some people have already received payments, but there's still an opportunity for new claims. Also: Apple's $95 million Siri settlement claims are ending soon - how to secure your payout The $245 million settlement, first announced two years ago, accused the publisher of us

This Worldwide Travel Adapter Is Nearly Free for Your Summer Vacation, Listed Among Amazon’s Best-Sellers

Traveling can be exciting, but anyone who’s forgotten to pack the right power adapter knows it can also be a headache. Fumbling for the right plug, searching for adapters at the last minute, or buying overpriced replacements in a foreign airport adds stress to your trip. Not to mention extra expenses. That’s why a travel adapter is one of the most overlooked but essential items in any suitcase. The Epicka Universal Travel Adapter fits the bill nicely, and it’s on sale right now. Head to Amazon

Epic Games sues Fortnite cheat developer for selling wallhack and auto-aim tools

Editor's take: Multiplayer gaming is about fair fights, not shortcuts. But cheaters keep buying their wins, ruining it for everyone else. Epic Games is cracking down hard because cheating isn't just unfair – it's a threat to the whole game. Sorry, losers. Cheating doesn't pay. Epic Games recently announced a new lawsuit targeting developers of Fortnite cheating tools. The company is going after an individual who created software that lets players see through walls and use auto-aim. Epic shared

Unreal Editor for Fortnite’s AI character creation tool has ambitions beyond Darth Vader

Epic Games took a big step with conversational AI when it added a new version of Darth Vader in Fortnite that could speak with players. But later this year, any creator using Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) will be able to make their own AI-powered characters with the same underlying technology behind Vader. During the 2025 State of Unreal keynote, Epic revealed that a new tool in UEFN called the Persona Device will allow anyone to create non-playable characters (NPCs) with AI-driven personal

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These classic Star Wars RPGs are free on Android for a limited time

TL;DR Star Wars: KOTOR and Star Wars: KOTOR II are free on the Epic Games Store mobile app. Both claims can be claimed until March 20 and will remain in your library forever. The games are free on Android worldwide, but only in Europe on iOS. Epic Games has been giving away free games every week for years. In 2025, it promised to do the same with its new mobile app. The second round of giveaways includes two hit Star Wars RPGs: KOTOR and KOTOR II. In case you haven’t played the Xbox-era clas

Epic sues Fortnite cheater, forces public apology and financial penalty

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust What just happened? Cheaters are the bane of both developers and gamers alike. Epic Games doesn't take such transgressions lightly and has just delivered a harsh lesson to a Fortnite player who thought they could game the system. The saga centers around Morgan "RepulseGod" Bamford, a Fortnite pro who apparently missed the memo on fair play. According to reports, RepulseGod shared his Epic Games acc