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Epic Games relaunched Fortnite in the EU a couple days ago, after a 4 year legal battle with Apple over the App Store’s 30% revenue cut. Apple announced changes to app distribution in the EU earlier this year, and Epic is finally taking advantage of it to bring Fortnite back to Apple platforms.

The steps in this tutorial do require a paid Apple Developer account, which costs $99/year. There may be some other methods to install it without a paid account, however they will not be covered in this article today.

If you do have a paid Apple Developer account, it’s actually quite simple to get started! It took me about 20 minutes, and most of that time was spent waiting for Fortnite to download all of its assets once it was on my iPad.

Step 1: Finding a decrypted IPA

An IPA file is an archive of an iOS app, and they’re encrypted by default. To decrypt an IPA, you generally need a jailbroken iOS device, although a number of people have decrypted the IPAs themselves and distributed them online.

We won’t be giving you an IPA file ourselves, but they shouldn’t be too hard to find. Most of the IPA files floating around will be iPad only, although there are some that will be compatible with both iPad and iPhone.

This is due to a process known as IPA trimming. Since most of the IPAs are being extracted from jailbroken iPads, they’re only compatible with iPads. I believe that the IPAs that are compatible with both iPhone and iPad are coming directly from Epic’s server, and then people are figuring out how to decrypt it themselves.

Step 2: Setting up a custom bundle ID

This is where the paid developer account comes in. You’ll want to log into the developer website, and head on over to the account tab. Once you’re on the account tab, you’ll want to click on “Identifiers” under “Program resources”.

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After that, you’ll want to click on the plus button next to “Identifiers” on the new page. You’re going to be registering a new App ID. When it asks you the type, click “App”, and after that you’ll be on a page where you need to complete the important steps.

On this page, you’ll want to write a description (it can be anything you’d like), and a Bundle ID. The bundle ID is important, and you’ll have to remember it later. You can make it something like “com.yourname.fortniteios”. You’ll also see capabilities underneath, which you’ll need to go through.

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In the list of capabilities, you’ll need to enable both “Extended Virtual Addressing” and “Increased Memory Limit“. If you do not enable both, your app will likely crash on launch. This is a very key step.

After you select those capabilities, you’ll want to hit register, and you’re good! That’s the last thing you’ll need to mess with in the developer portal.

Step 3: Sideload Fortnite onto your iOS device

For this step, you’ll need a computer to install Fortnite onto your device. I’m using Sideloadly, since it allows you to easily modify the bundle ID. Download and install Sideloadly, and connect your iOS device to your computer.

Sideloadly will require you to sign into your Apple Account associated with the paid developer program, which comes with a level of risk, although I’ve personally been okay. After you’re logged in, you’ll want to select your device, drag the decrypted IPA into the app, and click on the advanced options button.

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Under advanced options, you’ll need to deselect “Use automatic bundle ID”, and change the bundle ID to the same thing you entered in Apple’s developer website. You shouldn’t need to change any other settings.

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I will install the Alternate Store and the Fortnite App. Of course with no intend to ever really use it. If enough user will do the same,  will collect a lot of fees and Epic will maybe come back too  App Store.

The moment Fortnite will accept  terms of the iOS App Store I will stop this behavior.

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After that, hit start! You’ll need to select your team ID (if you only have one team then the option might not appear), and then Fortnite should start installing. It might take a minute or two, but once its done, you should be able to open the game on your iOS device. You might need to have Developer Mode enabled to run it, which you can enable by going to Privacy & Security in the settings app on your device.

It should be smooth sailing from there. I’m able to run the game at 120 FPS on my 2020 12.9″ iPad Pro, which is quite nice. I’ll likely still continue to play Fortnite on my PlayStation 5, but its nice to have this option. It’s been 4 years since Fortnite was removed from Apple platforms.

Are you excited to run Fortnite on your iOS device? Let us know in the comments below.

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How to install Fortnite on your iPad outside of the EU - 9to5Mac (2024)

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How to install Fortnite on your iPad outside of the EU - 9to5Mac? ›

Click SIGN IN, then sign in with your Microsoft account. Once you've signed in or created an account, click GET READY TO PLAY then add a shortcut/bookmark in your iPhone or iPad home screen that will take you to Xbox Cloud Gaming. Open your web browser and go to xbox.com/play. Launch Fortnite!

How can I play Fortnite on my iPad without downloading it? ›

Click SIGN IN, then sign in with your Microsoft account. Once you've signed in or created an account, click GET READY TO PLAY then add a shortcut/bookmark in your iPhone or iPad home screen that will take you to Xbox Cloud Gaming. Open your web browser and go to xbox.com/play. Launch Fortnite!

Why can t you get Fortnite on iPad? ›

Apple has blocked your ability to update or install Fortnite on iOS devices. Players with Fortnite currently installed on their iOS device can still play version 13.40 of Fortnite with some limitations such as the ability to modify the party joinability setting.

How do I add Fortnite to my home screen iOS? ›

Play Fortnite on iPhone With GeForce Now
  1. Open the Safari app on your iPhone and go to the GeForce Now site.
  2. Tap the Safari Share icon from the bottom menu.
  3. Select Add to Home Screen.
  4. Tap Done.
  5. From your iPhone Home screen, tap the newly-added GeForce Now icon. ...
  6. Tap Log In.
Feb 13, 2024

How to get Fortnite mobile on iPhone 2024? ›

Play Fortnite on an iPhone using Xbox's XCloud
  1. Step 1: If you don't have one, create an Xbox/Microsoft account on the Microsoft Signup page.
  2. Step 2: Go to Fortnite on Xcloud on your iPhone.
  3. Step 3: Hit Play and Continue Anyway if you're not using a controller.
  4. Step 1: Go to the Luna page for Fortnite on your iPhone.
Mar 7, 2024

Is Fortnite blocked on iPad? ›

For non-EU residents, Apple has blocked your ability to install Fortnite on iOS devices. We're working with regulators around the world to get the Epic Games Store available on iOS in other regions, so that more iOS users can play Fortnite!

How to install Fortnite on iPad? ›

How to install Fortnite on your iPad or iPhone outside of the European Union
  1. Step 1: Finding a decrypted IPA. An IPA file is an archive of an iOS app, and they're encrypted by default. ...
  2. Step 2: Setting up a custom bundle ID. This is where the paid developer account comes in. ...
  3. Step 3: Sideload Fortnite onto your iOS device.
3 days ago

Is Fortnite coming back to Apple? ›

Fortnite is back on the iPhone. Under the DMA, Apple was required to permit the installation of app marketplaces beyond Apple's own App Store, and on Friday, August 16, the most highly anticipated of these arrived in the form of the Epic Games Store.

Can you play Fortnite on a Mac? ›

Fortnite is available to download on Mac with the Epic Games Launcher, but you can only play the older version 13.40. Download the Epic Games Launcher from the official website, and then use the launcher to download Fortnite.

Why is Fortnite not in the App Store on iPhone? ›

However, it will only be available to players in the European Union. This is because EU law requires Apple to allow third-party app stores on its devices - other parts of the world do not have comparable legislation. The game was removed from the App Store in 2020 following a payments row between Apple and Epic.

How to download Fortnite on tablet? ›

Download the Epic Games Store on your Android device. After that, install Fortnite from the store and start playing! You can also play Fortnite on Android through cloud gaming. No Fortnite download required — just launch and play!

Is Fortnite free on iOS? ›

Create, play, and battle with friends for free in Fortnite.

How to play Fortnite split screen? ›

Connect the second controller. Select the second player's console account. Once signed into their account, look at the bottom right corner and with the second controller, hold down the respective button to Log In (Triangle for PlayStation, A for Xbox). The second player will log in and appear in the lobby.

Can you play Fortnite without installing it? ›

Fortnite with cloud gaming

Just sign in to play with your Microsoft account via browser on the iOS, iPadOS, and Android phones and tablets, or Windows PC you already have - no install or membership required. Plus, you can use touch controls or a supported controller.

Do you have to download Epic Games to play Fortnite? ›

Before you can board the Battle Bus on PC, you'll need to download the Epic Games Launcher and Fortnite. If you haven't already, install the Epic Games Launcher. Once you've installed the Launcher, follow these steps to download Fortnite and start playing. Start the Epic Games Launcher.

Why did Apple block Fortnite? ›

Epic Games and Apple have faced off in several legal disputes since 2020, after Apple punished Epic Games for providing discounts to Fortnite players who used its payment system rather than Apple's App Store. Epic Games subsequently removed Fornite from iOS devices.

Where can I play Fortnite for free? ›

Fortnite. Download & Play For Free - Epic Games Store.

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