Fortnite also allowed children to buy its in-game currency “without requiring any parents or cardholder action or consent.” Parents complained that their kids “racked up hundreds of dollars in charges before they realized Epic had charged their credit card without their consent.”
“The laws have not changed, but their application has evolved and long-standing industry practices are no longer enough,” Epic said in a statement in response to the penalty. “We accepted this agreement because we want Epic to be at the forefront of consumer protection and provide the best experience for our players.”
Of the $520 million fine, $245 million will be set aside for customer refunds.
