The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has once again stepped in to protect Fortnite players charged for purchases they didn’t mean to make. This time, the watchdog ordered Epic Games to refund over $126 million, covering over 900,000 transactions. If you missed the first round, you now have until July 9, 2025, to submit your claim for a refund.
Refunds for Unintended Fortnite Purchases
Last year, Epic Games was hit with an FTC order to return $72 million to players due to unwanted in-game purchases. That was just the beginning. The FTC has just announced a second wave of refunds, sending out nearly a million checks and PayPal payments totaling $126 million to those who filed valid claims on June 25 and 26.
The FTC’s refunds related to Epic’s billing practices are nearly $200 million. Wow, that’s one hefty pile of cash Epic has to hand back. The agency describes these charges as stemming from “deceptive billing practices,” which sounds right if you’ve ever accidentally bought something in Fortnite without meaning to.
How to Claim Your Refund
You still have time if you or your child accidentally purchased something in Fortnite and haven’t yet filed a claim. The FTC reopened the claims process, allowing submissions until July 9, 2025. You can submit your claim directly on the FTC’s website. It’s a relief for players who might have otherwise faced endless customer service loops or just given up on getting their money back.
Fortnite Still Kicking Despite Legal Battles
Even with these refund issues and the legal back-and-forth, Fortnite remains a dominant force in the battle royale genre. After a five-year absence, it’s back on iOS devices, which is great news for mobile players. It’s kinda wild how Fortnite keeps thriving while so many other battle royales fade away. What’s their secret? Maybe it’s the constant updates, or the pop culture crossovers, or just sheer stubbornness.
If you filed a claim, keep an eye on your PayPal or mailbox for your refund. Yikes, that must feel good. What do you think about Epic’s billing practices and the FTC stepping in like this?
