Recipients are advised to cash checks within 90 days or redeem PayPal transfers within 30 days to ensure funds are received.
Fortnite Game Maker Takes on Google: Epic Games Wants Open Play Store
Those who missed the initial claim period now have another opportunity. The FTC has reopened the claims portal, and eligible Fortnite players or their guardians have until July 9, 2025, to submit a claim via www.ftc.gov/fortnite.
“This marks another significant milestone in ensuring consumers are compensated after being misled,” said an FTC spokesperson. “We urge eligible players to act before the deadline.”
A spokesperson for Epic Games declined to comment on the latest developments, referring instead to their original blog post from 2022.
Fortnite Festival Continues to Draw Icons
Meanwhile, Fortnite remains a cultural juggernaut. The game recently announced Bruno Mars as the icon of Season 9’s Fortnite Festival, where he will perform on a neon-lit Main Stage beginning June 18. Previous icons include Sabrina Carpenter, Metallica, and Billie Eilish, showcasing Fortnite’s continued commitment to mixing gaming and pop culture.
