Fortnite players are in line to receive millions in settlement payouts, as an ongoing case against publisher Epic Games finally draws to a close once and for all.
The case revolves around players being charged for in-game cosmetic items that they didn’t want, during a near five year period.
The deadline by which to make a claim was originally January 2024, but has been extended several times, with millions already paid out to claimants. Read on to find out more about the settlement, how you can claim, and when you need to make your application by.
Fortnite $245M Settlement Draws to a Close
Fortnite makers Epic Games found themselves in hot water, after a case was brought against the publisher, claiming that it had charged players for in-game items that they didn’t want.
The case, USA v. Epic Games Inc., Case No. 5:22-CV-00518-BO, saw Epic Games charged almost half a billion dollars, with $245 million going to consumers, and another $275 million going to the FTC in penalties.
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The deadline for the settlement has moved several times, with $72 million already having been paid out to players who submitted their claims by October 8th 2024.
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Who is Eligible for Fortnite $245M Settlement?
If you want to claim in the Fortnite settlement, you’ll first need to make sure that you are eligible. One of the following must apply:
- You charged in-game currency for unwanted items between January 2017 and September 2022
- You child made charges to Epic Games without your consent between January 2017 and November 2018
- Your account was locked between January 2017 and September 2022 after you complained to your credit card company about wrongful charges.
If you meet the above criteria, you can claim.
How To Claim in Fortnite $245M Settlement
If you’re eligible and want to claim in the Fornite settlement, you’ll need to complete a form via the official settlement site. You will need your FTC claim number, or if you don’t have one, your Epic Account ID.
In terms of the pay out, this may vary, although the FTC has stated that if there is any money left after the first round of payments, it may issue a second round to those eligible.
Claims must be submitted by January 10th 2025, with payments being made sometime after this date, assuming no complications. The FTC states that it expects payments to be made within six months.
