With this move, the company became an immediate competitor to Google’s Stadia, Microsoft’s xCloud, Sony’s PlayStation Now, and a number of other services from major game publishers.
The sports channel will debut on 24th August, becoming available on Apple, Google, Android, Chromecast and Microsoft platforms. Viewers can register for the service free of cost.
Both companies banned Epic Games, publisher of the wildly popular videogame “Fortnite,” from their App Store and Play Store, respectively, for violating guidelines. In response, Epic Games filled lawsuits against both firms.