Fortnite is Not Being Released on Google Play

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Given its huge level of popularity at the moment, it’s no surprise Fortnite is getting released on Android later this year. After all, the game’s done hugely well in the last year or so, with 125 million players having experienced on across the various platforms it’s been released on, and the title became a household […]
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It actually makes sense what they say.

Google is the platform holder, so they have the right to take 30% for it.
It's what every other platform holder (Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, and Apple) do too after all.
On the other hand, unlike everyone else, Google only takes 30% for hosting the Google Play store and nothing more.
All while everyone else take 30% too, but they let their users know your game exists, they make sure the game works for consumers, they are actively watching over possible piracy, etc., all what Google does not do.

Meanwhile, this game is only lacking versions for Linux, (New) 3DS, and web browsers.
And also arcade and VR/AR, but I don't think they'll ever release on those.
 
Does it need to be released on google play? Seems like there is more than enough ways to get it onto a device.
 
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