Third-Party Games Expand Epic Games Store to Mobile
Epic Games is taking a significant step in its multi-platform strategy by rolling out third-party mobile games via the Epic Games Store app on Android and iOS (iOS availability is currently limited to the European Union). Already, there are nearly 20 third-party titles playable through this newly expanded storefront, including popular names like Fortnite, Fall Guys, and Rocket League Sideswipe. This marks the first time Epic has brought external mobile games to its own client, challenging the entrenched dominance of platforms like Google Play and Apple’s App Store in certain regions.
While Epic had already dipped its toes into mobile with titles such as Fortnite and Rocket League Sideswipe, the app now hosts third-party favorites like:
Dungeon of the Endless: Apogee
Evoland 2
Blade of God X: Orisols
Furthermore, players can expect more additions soon—Epic announced Eastern Exorcist and Mr Rider will be among the games arriving over the coming months. This increased variety aims to draw mobile players beyond the usual avenues, emphasizing Epic’s ambition to compete directly with mainstream stores.
Free Games on Mobile, Mirroring the PC Program
Fans of Epic’s generous free game giveaways—a cornerstone of the PC experience—will be excited to see this feature migrating to mobile:
Dungeon of the Endless: Apogee is free until February 20, letting players permanently add the game to their libraries without any purchase.
Bloons TD 6 is also confirmed to join the free games rotation, building hype among tower defense enthusiasts.
Epic plans to offer one free game per month initially, eventually switching to weekly releases as 2025 progresses. This strategy mirrors the PC store’s approach, which has been instrumental in growing Epic’s user base and challenging other marketplaces. Users can grab these freebies directly from the Epic Games Store mobile app, then keep them indefinitely.
New App Features for iOS & Android
To streamline the user experience, Epic has introduced several new features on iOS and Android:
Epic Account Login: Mobile players can now log in with their Epic credentials, ensuring cross-platform progress and purchases remain synced across multiple devices.
Auto-Updates: For those craving convenience, Epic’s app can automatically fetch and install updates, so you won’t have to wait around for a patch to finish before playing.
In essence, these improvements bring the mobile client closer to parity with the established Epic Games Store on PC, delivering a unified ecosystem that supports gamers on various platforms.
Epic hasn’t forgotten about developers, either. Echoing its PC policies:
88/12 Revenue Share: Creators keep 88% of sales revenues, while Epic takes a 12% cut—standing in stark contrast to the 30% standard on Google Play or Apple’s App Store.
0% on Third-Party Payments: If a developer opts to use a custom payment solution, Epic does not layer on additional fees.
Moreover, Epic recently launched the Launch Everywhere with Epic program for Unreal Engine projects. Starting in 2025, developers who release their UE-powered games on the Epic Games Store first or simultaneously with other platforms can enjoy a royalty rate reduction from 5% to 3.5%. This initiative not only incentivizes devs to debut on Epic’s storefront but also underscores Epic’s efforts to reshape how developers approach multi-platform launches.
Positioning the Store as a Mobile Challenger
Epic’s latest move expands its potential user base and introduces competition for other app stores—especially on Android, where sideloading is more commonplace. While Apple’s ecosystem remains tightly controlled outside the EU, the door has opened enough for Epic to experiment with broader iOS distribution in Europe. The free game rotation and dev-friendly revenue splits could steadily attract both casual users and smaller studios eyeing higher profits and wider visibility.
Still, questions remain about how much market share Epic can realistically capture from deeply entrenched stores like Google Play and the iOS App Store. If the PC playbook is any indication, though, epic freebies and a strong user-focused approach could go a long way in swaying gamers to explore an alternative storefront on mobile devices.
Taken together, these moves illustrate Epic’s ambition to become more than just a PC-focused storefront. By bringing developer-friendly terms, free titles, and cross-platform features to mobile, Epic is positioning itself as a unified platform spanning console, PC, and smart devices. In the long run, this could translate into more crossplay, synchronized progress, and a cohesive user experience across multiple entertainment mediums.
Are you planning to test out some of these third-party mobile games or claim the free titles on the Epic Games Store? Let us know if Epic’s developer-centric approach and monthly freebies can pull you away from the Play Store or App Store!
