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Epic Games

Epic Games settled FTC allegations of unlawful charges for unwanted Fortnite in-game purchases.

ClosedUnited States-wideClaim status: Closed on July 9, 2025Payout: VariesNo longer claimable

About this settlement

Settlement for Fortnite players charged for unwanted in-game purchases or unauthorized charges by children.

This settlement resolves FTC allegations that Epic Games unlawfully charged Fortnite players for unwanted in-game purchases, including unauthorized charges by children and account locks after complaints.

Who qualifies

  • Fortnite players charged for unwanted in-game items between January 2017 and September 2022.
  • Parents whose children made unauthorized charges between January 2017 and November 2018.
  • Players whose accounts were locked after disputing wrongful charges during the same period.

Varies

Claim status: Closed on July 9, 2025

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