FTC Offers Refunds for Unauthorized Fortnite Purchases After Epic Games Agrees to $245M Settlement

Parents can now apply for refunds through the FTC for unauthorized Fortnite purchases made by their children.
The FTC contacted over 37 million people about potential refunds and will accept claims until Jan 17, 2024.
Epic Games agreed to pay $245M for tricking users into unwanted purchases.
The FTC accused Epic of using "dark patterns" to cause unintended purchases.
Fortnite grossed over $2.4 billion in its first 2 years after launching in 2017.

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Epic Games to Pay $245 Million in FTC Settlement for Unwanted Fortnite Purchases

The Federal Trade Commission is notifying consumers who may be eligible for compensation in a settlement with Epic Games over deceptive practices in Fortnite, with $245 million being used for refunds; consumers have until January 17, 2024 to submit a claim.