FTC Reopens Fortnite Refund Requests: Steps to Apply

If you missed the previous opportunity to apply for a refund, you now have a deadline of July 9th to submit your claim.

Fortnite gamers who felt misled into buying items they didn't desire have another chance to claim a refund. The Federal Trade Commission has extended the deadline till July 9th for applying for reimbursements under the $245 million settlement reached with Epic Games, having previously concluded applications in February.

This settlement was introduced in 2022 as a component of a larger $520 million deal addressing privacy concerns and claims of deceptive game design tactics that led players to unintentionally purchase in-game content. Initially, 629,344 refunds were processed in December 2024. Recently, the FTC reported disbursing 969,173 additional payments on recent Wednesday and Thursday, with the overall refunded total nearing $200 million.

Eligibility for Claims

To initiate a refund claim, visit www.ftc.gov/fortnite. While comprehensive eligibility conditions are outlined on their site, generally, claims can be filed if:

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Claim submissions are available to Fortnite players within the US aged 18 or older. In cases where users are under 18, a parent or guardian must submit a claim. According to the FTC, more payments are expected by 2026, contingent upon the evaluation and approval of all claims.