Fortnite Players Get Extra Time to Claim $126 Million in Refunds - Don't Miss Out!

In an important update for Fortnite players in the United States, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a refund wave. The FTC offers $126 million back in refunds. They made this announcement to help players who paid for unintended Fortnite purchases. The new claims deadline now comes on July 9, 2025, and many eligible users gain extra time.

Background of the Refunds

The refunds come from a 2022 settlement between the FTC and Epic Games. In that agreement, Epic Games had to pay penalties totaling $520 million. The penalties came because Epic broke rules under COPPA and used dark patterns. Dark patterns are design tricks that push players toward unintended in-game buys. Out of $520 million, $275 million is for breaking COPPA. The remaining $245 million is set aside for consumers harmed by these charges.

Refund Distribution and Process

The first refund round happened in December 2024. Then, the FTC made about 629,000 payments, amounting to $72 million. Now, a second round appears. The FTC sent 969,173 payments and $126 million in total. Payments come as checks or via PayPal instead of as V-Bucks. This method makes sure recipients get real money. Players who already claimed must stay patient. Many have received funds without receiving a reminder.

Who is Eligible?

To get a refund, you must:

• Be a resident of the United States.
• Be 18 or older, or have a parent or guardian claim for you if you are under 18. ### How to Claim Your Refund

The FTC reopened the claims process for those who missed the first window. Now, claims go until July 9, 2025. You can file your claim on the official site at www.ftc.gov/fortnite. This extra time lets Fortnite players recover money spent under misleading conditions. It also shows strong consumer protection for in-app purchases.

Looking Forward

Epic Games is changing. Fortnite is back on the US App Store after nearly five years away. The company is also changing its payment methods to avoid old rules. Epic now works more closely with the FTC and the gaming community. This shows that game monetization and digital consumer rights continue to change.

Conclusion

If you played Fortnite and made an unintended purchase, do not miss your chance to apply for an FTC refund. The FTC gives out more than $126 million in this round alone. Many players can benefit from this program that fixes past wrongs with in‐game purchases.

For more information and to submit your claim, visit www.ftc.gov/fortnite today.