Apple App Store gaming revenue falls 5% after antitrust court loss
ivan_bezdomny · x · 2026-08-26
After losing in court over its 30% commission (including on non-game apps and subscriptions), Apple is paying the price: the biggest games are moving purchases off-platform, and App Store gaming revenue is down about 5%. A linked report notes App Store sales posted their first decline in 10 years, validating Ben Thompson's earlier prediction.
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