Fortnite players who were charged for unwanted in-game purchases may now be eligible to receive a portion of the $126 million in refunds the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing this week.
The FTC has reopened the refund claims process as part of a broader $245 million settlement with Epic Games, the developer of Fortnite. The case stems from allegations that Epic used deceptive design practices—often referred to as “dark patterns”—to trick players, including unsupervised children, into making unauthorized purchases.
Originally announced in December 2022, the settlement remains the FTC’s largest gaming-related refund to date. At the time, the agency stated that Epic had misled consumers into making purchases they would not have otherwise agreed to.
Refunds Rolling Out June 25–26
According to the FTC, nearly 970,000 consumers who submitted valid claims will receive checks or PayPal payments on June 25 and June 26. This follows an earlier round of refunds in December, when more than $22 million was distributed.
Separately, Epic Games also agreed to pay a $275 million fine in 2023 for violating the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
How to Apply for a Fortnite Refund
Fortnite players can visit the FTC’s official claims website to check eligibility and file a claim. The original deadline to file was February 14, but the FTC has now extended it to July 9, 2025.
If you already filed a claim after February 14, there’s no need to take further action.
Important details:
- You’ll need a claim number or your Epic Account ID to apply.
- Parents or guardians must apply on behalf of children under 18.
- Checks must be cashed within 90 days.
- PayPal payments must be accepted within 30 days, per the FTC’s guidance.
For more information or to file a claim, visit the FTC Fortnite Refunds Website.
