Apple approves Delta emulator for external payments in US App Store

Apple has approved the Delta emulator as the first app in the U.S. to use an external payment link. This change allows users to make purchases outside the App Store, marking a shift in Apple's payment policies. The Delta emulator can now link to Patreon for payments, utilizing Apple's new External Purchase Link Entitlement introduced in January. This entitlement allows certain apps to offer alternative payment options while still providing Apple with a smaller cut of sales. To qualify for this entitlement, apps must be available on the U.S. App Store and offer in-app purchases. However, streaming and news apps are excluded from this option, potentially benefiting many other developers.