Fortnite Players Can Claim Refunds for Unauthorized Purchases Through $245 Million FTC Settlement

Epic Games agreed to pay $520 million over allegations it tricked players into unwanted purchases and violated children's privacy laws.
The FTC settlement includes $245 million in refunds for Fortnite players charged for unauthorized in-game items between 2017-2022.
Eligible consumers can file claims at FortniteRefund.com before the January 17, 2024 deadline.
Settlement applies to players charged without consent, parents whose children made unauthorized transactions, and users who had accounts locked after disputing charges.
In addition to refunds, Epic Games will pay $275 million for collecting personal data from minors without parental consent.