$245M Fortnite Billing Settlement: Deadline Extended

Deadline Extended: The Fortnite billing settlement deadline has been extended to February 15, 2025

If you were charged for unwanted items in Fortnite, you may be eligible to claim a refund from a class action settlement.

Epic Games has agreed to pay $245,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged unlawful billing practices, including charging players for unwanted purchases and allowing unauthorized charges by children.

Who is eligible for a Fortnite payout?

To be eligible for a refund, you must meet one of the following criteria:

• You were charged in-game currency for items you didn’t want between January 2017 and September 2022.
• Your child made charges to your credit card without your knowledge 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.

You must be at least 18 to complete a claim form. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must complete the form for you.

How much will my settlement payment be?

The settlement fund is $245 million, and the average payment is about $114.

The exact amount you receive will depend on the number of valid claims filed. Payments will be distributed on a pro rata basis, meaning the fund will be divided among all eligible claimants.

Is proof required to submit a claim?

Claim number provided on the settlement notice or Epic Account ID required to submit a claim

How to claim a Fortnite settlement payout

To file a claim, visit the online claim form. You will need your claim number or Epic Account ID. If you did not receive a claim number, you can find your Epic Account ID by following the instructions on the website.

Payment methods

Class members can receive their refund via:

• Check
• PayPal

$245,000,000 Settlement fund breakdown

The settlement fund of $245,000,000 will cover:

• Refunds to eligible class members
• Administrative costs
• Attorneys’ fees

Important dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: 2/15/2025

When is the Fortnite Settlement payout date?

Payments are being issued on a rolling basis, depending on when your claim was submitted and approved

Why is there an Epic Games Fortnite settlement?

The lawsuit alleged that Epic Games used deceptive design tactics, known as dark patterns, to trick players into making unwanted purchases. The company also allegedly allowed children to make unauthorized charges and locked accounts of users who disputed charges.