Fortnite's global return to the Apple App Store has ignited a monumental surge in downloads, with 3.4 million downloads in its first week back, nearing its 2018 launch-week record. Daily activity skyrocketed by 1,408%, peaking at 674,000 installs on May 23. This resurgence, however, faces the challenge of reviving long-term engagement amidst Epic's recent layoffs.