{"id":1245,"date":"2026-04-04T16:06:47","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T16:06:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/?p=1245"},"modified":"2026-04-02T09:39:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T09:39:07","slug":"disney-epic-games-acquisition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/","title":{"rendered":"Disney Shows Strong Interest in Acquiring Fortnite Creator Epic Games, But Is Exercising Patience"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 12px 0;font-size:16px\">\n    Disney\u2019s leadership is said to be seriously interested in a full purchase of <strong>Epic Games<\/strong>, the studio behind <strong>Fortnite<\/strong>, but they\u2019re not rushing it. The talk follows Disney\u2019s earlier <strong>$1.5 billion investment<\/strong> and years of in-game tie-ins, from <strong>Marvel<\/strong> and <strong>Star Wars<\/strong> to Disney animation and Pixar, which have already turned Fortnite into a steady home for <i>brand crossovers<\/i>.\n  <\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;font-size:16px\">\n    Under the surface, the timing is delicate. Epic has been navigating a tougher stretch, including recent <strong>staff cuts<\/strong> tied to softer engagement trends, while still funding big bets like the <strong>Unreal Engine<\/strong> ecosystem and its store push. And yes, there\u2019s also the long-teased <strong>Disney-focused Fortnite mode<\/strong>, pitched as a place to play, watch, create, and shop, still waiting on a clear release window. With <strong>Tim Sweeney<\/strong> holding voting control, any deal would hinge on his call, not Disney\u2019s appetite, even if some executives are ready to move when the moment feels right.\n  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"is-provider-youtube is-type-video wp-block-embed wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DISNEY &amp; EPIC GAMES ARE PARTNERING UP. #disney #epicgames #fortnite #news #gaming #shorts #big #clip\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/knNRn0887NE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/#Why_is_Disney_eyeing_Epic_Games_yet_waiting_to_act\" >Why is Disney eyeing Epic Games, yet waiting to act?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/#How_does_Fortnites_%E2%80%9CDisney_mode%E2%80%9D_change_the_acquisition_math\" >How does Fortnite\u2019s \u201cDisney mode\u201d change the acquisition math?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/#Whats_happening_at_Epic_that_makes_Disney_more_cautious\" >What\u2019s happening at Epic that makes Disney more cautious?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/#Could_leadership_shifts_at_Disney_accelerate_an_Epic_bid\" >Could leadership shifts at Disney accelerate an Epic bid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/#What_would_Disney_owning_Epic_mean_for_players_and_creators\" >What would Disney owning Epic mean for players and creators?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/disney-epic-games-acquisition\/#Sources\" >Sources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Disney_eyeing_Epic_Games_yet_waiting_to_act\"><\/span>Why is Disney eyeing Epic Games, yet waiting to act?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the surface, the logic looks pretty straightforward: <strong>Disney and Epic Games<\/strong> already share a business relationship, and <strong>Fortnite<\/strong> has become a high-visibility place where entertainment brands meet players daily. Multiple outlets and industry watchers have discussed how <i>Disney executives<\/i> have interest in eventually owning Epic outright, especially after Disney\u2019s earlier investment (reported at <strong>$1.5 billion<\/strong>) and the steady stream of <strong>Marvel<\/strong>, <strong>Star Wars<\/strong>, <strong>Pixar<\/strong>, and classic <strong>Disney character skins<\/strong> that players actually use, not just glance at in a trailer. If you\u2019ve played any public lobby lately, you\u2019ve probably seen that crossover footprint in real time, so the \u201cwhy\u201d isn\u2019t mysterious.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201cwhy wait\u201d, though, comes down to timing and leverage. Epic is a <strong>founder-controlled company<\/strong>, and <strong>Tim Sweeney<\/strong> holds voting power that lets him steer big decisions without the usual shareholder tug-of-war. That single fact changes the whole deal dynamic: an acquisition isn\u2019t only about price, it\u2019s about whether Sweeney wants to sell at all, and under what terms. Add in the reality that Fortnite\u2019s last year hasn\u2019t been smooth\u2014engagement pressure, reorganizations, and uncertainty around upcoming initiatives\u2014and patience starts to look strategic rather than passive. Disney can watch how Epic\u2019s next slate lands, including larger platform ambitions, before putting a major offer on the table.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want more context on the recent headwinds Epic has faced, including how that may affect deal timing and valuations, this breakdown on <a href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/epic-games-layoffs-fortnite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Epic Games layoffs and Fortnite\u2019s trajectory<\/a> lays out the business side in plain language, without treating it like gossip.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_Fortnites_%E2%80%9CDisney_mode%E2%80%9D_change_the_acquisition_math\"><\/span>How does Fortnite\u2019s \u201cDisney mode\u201d change the acquisition math?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n        \n         \n        <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/How-does-Fortnites-Disney-mode.jpeg\" alt=\"How does Fortnite\u2019s \u201cDisney mode\u201d change the acquisition math?\">\n        <\/figure>\n        \n          \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Disney\u2019s long-promised Fortnite experience\u2014often described as a <strong>Disney-themed mode<\/strong> where fans can <strong>play<\/strong>, <strong>watch<\/strong>, <strong>create<\/strong>, and <strong>shop<\/strong>\u2014isn\u2019t just another limited-time event. If it launches in a serious, durable way, it could shift how investors and partners value Fortnite: less \u201cone hit battle royale\u201d and more <strong>metaverse platform<\/strong> with recurring engagement loops. Concept art floating around has looked like a virtual park with separate themed areas, basically a digital campus that can host <i>live events<\/i>, creator-made experiences, and branded commerce. That kind of footprint would sit neatly next to Disney\u2019s broader strategy of keeping fans inside connected ecosystems, whether that\u2019s streaming, parks, merchandise, or interactive media.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still, the mode\u2019s timing has been fuzzy. Development was announced back in 2024, and public signals haven\u2019t pinned down a firm release date. Reporting has also suggested internal friction at times, while Epic leadership has pushed back on claims that Disney decision-making was slowing things down. When you view this through an acquisition lens, that uncertainty matters. Disney doesn\u2019t need to rush when it can already place IP inside Fortnite today through skins and events. Waiting lets Disney see whether the Disney-focused mode lands with the kind of retention and monetization that justifies paying a premium for the whole company.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From a player perspective, that patience reads familiar: big platform features only become \u201creal\u201d when they hit the lobby and work at scale. If the Disney mode launches strong, Disney gets proof it can treat Fortnite as a long-term <strong>gaming platform<\/strong>, not a marketing side quest. If it arrives soft, Disney still benefits from licensing and collaboration while keeping its options open.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_happening_at_Epic_that_makes_Disney_more_cautious\"><\/span>What\u2019s happening at Epic that makes Disney more cautious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Epic\u2019s recent turbulence is a major piece of the story. The company has dealt with a mix of <strong>engagement softness<\/strong>, expensive strategic bets, and broader market competition. Fortnite\u2019s battle royale remains massive, but Epic itself has acknowledged that interest has dipped over time, and analysts have pointed out that it\u2019s not only about fewer matches being played. Epic has also spent years in legal fights with Apple and Google, while subsidizing the <strong>Epic Games Store<\/strong> to challenge Steam. That\u2019s a lot of cost and distraction for a company trying to also run live-service games, ship creator tools, and build platform-scale features.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then there\u2019s format fatigue. Fortnite tried expanding beyond battle royale with racing, music, and LEGO-style modes that drew early curiosity, yet some of that momentum cooled. It\u2019s not that these modes failed across the board, it\u2019s that Fortnite has struggled at times to communicate \u201cFortnite is more than battle royale\u201d in a way that becomes habit for a wide audience. Competition hasn\u2019t gotten easier either: <strong>Roblox<\/strong> keeps growing and owns a chunk of the user-generated ecosystem, especially with younger players, while Fortnite chases the same long-term creator economy.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where Disney\u2019s patience looks rational. An acquirer wants predictable trends: stable engagement, clear pipeline delivery, and manageable risk. When a company is trimming costs, restructuring teams, and signaling big plans for the next phase, Disney can sit back and see whether those <i>huge launch plans<\/i> actually translate into sustained player time and revenue. If you\u2019re tracking Epic\u2019s technology direction too, including how it may shape future character experiences and IP integrations, this piece on <a href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/fortnite-acquires-digital-human\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fortnite acquiring digital human capabilities<\/a> connects the dots between tools, realism, and platform ambitions.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Could_leadership_shifts_at_Disney_accelerate_an_Epic_bid\"><\/span>Could leadership shifts at Disney accelerate an Epic bid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n        \n         \n        <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Could-leadership-shifts-at-Disney.jpeg\" alt=\"Could leadership shifts at Disney accelerate an Epic bid?\">\n        <\/figure>\n        \n          \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leadership incentives are real, and they can speed up moves that were previously \u201csomeday\u201d ideas. Industry chatter has pointed to internal Disney champions for the Epic relationship, and it\u2019s been widely discussed that <strong>Josh D\u2019Amaro<\/strong> has been a strong supporter of Disney\u2019s push into interactive experiences tied to Fortnite. When influential execs back a strategy, it tends to get resources\u2014and it also tends to get re-evaluated when the company wants a visible win. Former Disney executive commentary in financial media has also suggested that Disney could take bolder steps in gaming and that a major game asset might fit Disney\u2019s portfolio, which lines up with why Epic keeps coming up in these conversations.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But even if leadership wants to move fast, the mechanics still favor patience. Any deal of this size would be examined through regulatory, strategic, and financial lenses. Disney would need a clean thesis for how <strong>Epic Games<\/strong> integrates with Disney\u2019s existing businesses without creating a messy overlap or culture clash. Epic\u2019s independence, especially under Sweeney\u2019s control, is also part of its identity, and forcing a timeline could backfire. In other words, it\u2019s not only \u201ccan Disney buy Epic\u201d, it\u2019s \u201ccan Disney buy Epic and still keep the engine running\u201d.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One more point that doesn\u2019t get talked about enough: Fortnite isn\u2019t just a game, it\u2019s a fast-moving live product with creator relationships, platform rules, and constant content cycles. Any acquisition talk has to account for how quickly the market shifts. That\u2019s why Disney might prefer to wait for a moment when Epic\u2019s numbers, roadmap, and broader sentiment align. For a view on how Disney\u2019s Fortnite strategy has been framed recently, including the corporate angle around leadership and branding, this related analysis is worth a read: <a href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/iger-fortnite-casey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Disney leadership context around Fortnite<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_would_Disney_owning_Epic_mean_for_players_and_creators\"><\/span>What would Disney owning Epic mean for players and creators?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For day-to-day players, the biggest question is whether ownership would change Fortnite\u2019s feel: the item shop cadence, crossovers, matchmaking priorities, and how hard Epic pushes new modes. Disney already has a huge presence in Fortnite through <strong>licensed skins<\/strong> and events, so a buyout wouldn\u2019t automatically mean \u201cmore Disney everywhere\u201d. The more realistic shift would be structural: tighter alignment between Fortnite and Disney\u2019s broader business goals, including <strong>digital commerce<\/strong>, <strong>interactive storytelling<\/strong>, and long-term \u201cplatform\u201d engagement.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Creators would probably watch the policy side first. Fortnite Creative and UEFN thrive when rules are clear, monetization is predictable, and discovery isn\u2019t a mystery box. Under Disney ownership, there could be pressure for more brand-safe guardrails, especially around Disney-specific hubs. That doesn\u2019t have to be negative\u2014advertiser-friendly ecosystems can bring bigger budgets\u2014but it can reshape what gets promoted and what gets built. Players also tend to notice when brand partnerships start influencing UI, featured rows, or seasonal beats. People talk, and they talk fast, especially when changes feel commercial rather than fun.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<strong>Quick snapshot: practical impacts fans usually ask about<\/strong><br>\n<i>This table focuses on likely pressure points, not guarantees.<\/i>\n<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;background:#f5f5f7;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e6e6\">Area<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;background:#f5f5f7;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e6e6\">What could change<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align:left;padding:12px 14px;background:#f5f5f7;border-bottom:1px solid #e6e6e6\">What likely stays the same<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee\"><strong>Fortnite crossovers<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee\">More <i>Disney-owned IP<\/i> tie-ins, longer-running themed hubs<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee\"><strong>Third-party collabs<\/strong> could continue if they drive revenue<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee\"><strong>Creator ecosystem (UEFN)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee\">Stricter brand-safety rules inside <i>Disney spaces<\/i>; clearer IP guidelines<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee\"><strong>Core creator tools<\/strong> still need to compete with Roblox<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px\"><strong>Game direction<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px\">Greater emphasis on <i>platform features<\/i> and commerce experiences<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:12px 14px\"><strong>Battle royale<\/strong> remains the anchor that funds everything else<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n        \n         \n        <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Conclusion-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Conclusion\">\n        <\/figure>\n        \n          \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p><div>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.55;color:#1a1a1a\">\n    Disney\u2019s steady interest in a full deal for <strong>Epic Games<\/strong> reads less like hype and more like timing. After its <strong>$1.5 billion investment<\/strong> and years of <strong>Fortnite crossovers<\/strong>, patience makes sense while the market, the product roadmap, and internal priorities settle. Honestly, nobody wants to buy at the wrong moment.\n  <\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:15.5px;line-height:1.55;color:#1a1a1a\">\n    Recent <strong>Epic layoffs<\/strong> and softer engagement signals add uncertainty, even as the teased <strong>Disney-themed Fortnite mode<\/strong> could reshape how fans play, watch, create, and shop. Any acquisition would still hinge on <strong>Tim Sweeney\u2019s control<\/strong> and whether Epic chooses to stop being independent. For readers tracking the signal behind the noise, see: <a href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/epic-games-job-cuts\/\" style=\"color:#2b59ff;text-decoration:none\">job cuts<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/epic-games-job-cuts-2\/\" style=\"color:#2b59ff;text-decoration:none\">follow-up<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/0kill-7assists.com\/blog\/fortnite-gaming-crossovers\/\" style=\"color:#2b59ff;text-decoration:none\">crossovers<\/a>.\n  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Walt Disney Company. \u00ab Disney and Epic Games Collaborate on Expansive and Open Games and Entertainment Universe Connected to Fortnite \u00bb. The Walt Disney Company, 2024-02-07. Consult\u00e9 le 2026-04-01. <a href=\"https:\/\/thewaltdisneycompany.com\/disney-and-epic-games-collaborate-on-expansive-and-open-games-and-entertainment-universe-connected-to-fortnite\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Consulter<\/a><\/li><li>Epic Games. \u00ab Epic Games to Lay Off 16% of Staff \u00bb. Epic Games, 2023-09-28. Consult\u00e9 le 2026-04-01. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epicgames.com\/site\/en-US\/news\/epic-games-to-lay-off-16-of-staff\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Consulter<\/a><\/li><li>Epic Games. \u00ab Unreal Engine \u00bb. Epic Games, s.d. Consult\u00e9 le 2026-04-01. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unrealengine.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Consulter<\/a><\/li><li>United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. \u00ab Epic Games, Inc. v. Apple Inc., No. 21-16506 (9th Cir. 2023) \u00bb. United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, 2023-04-24. Consult\u00e9 le 2026-04-01. <a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.ca9.uscourts.gov\/datastore\/opinions\/2023\/04\/24\/21-16506.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Consulter<\/a><\/li><li>Epic Games. \u00ab Epic Games Store \u00bb. Epic Games, s.d. Consult\u00e9 le 2026-04-01. <a href=\"https:\/\/store.epicgames.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Consulter<\/a><\/li><li>Roblox Corporation. \u00ab Roblox Investor Relations \u00bb. Roblox Corporation, s.d. Consult\u00e9 le 2026-04-01. <a href=\"https:\/\/ir.roblox.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Consulter<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/disney-reportedly-keen-on-buying-fortnite-developer-epic-games-but-waiting-for-right-moment\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"\">www.ign.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Disney\u2019s leadership is said to be seriously interested in a full purchase of Epic Games, the studio behind Fortnite, but 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