https://wccftech.com/epic-games-ceo-confirms-that-fortnite-will-not-be-distributed-via-the-play-store/

Epic Games’ Fortnite Battle Royale took the gaming world by storm with its unique free to play model. Given the success of the PC and console version of the game, it was only a matter of time before it made its way to mobile platforms. Shortly after its iOS release, the game has raked in millions of dollars in revenue. The only platform remaining in Android, and a report indicated that the game might release alongside the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and remain exclusive to it for 120 days. Another rumour indicated that Epic Games would distribute the game via their website and not via the Google Play Store. Today, Epic Games’ CEO Tim Sweeney has confirmed to The Verge that the mobile game will be distributed from their website and not Google Play. Tim had made the following statement:

Epic wants to have a direct relationship with our customers on all platforms where that’s possible. The great thing about the internet and digital revolution is that this is possible, now that physical storefronts and middlemen distributors are no longer required.