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Millions of dollars being refunded for unwanted Fortnite charges

Fortnite logo displayed on a laptop screen and DualSense controller are seen in this illustration photo taken in Krakow, Poland on December 8, 2023. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images) (NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

The Federal Trade Commission is sending out over $72 million in refunds to Fortnite gamers after they were charged for unwanted items.

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According to the FTC, more than 600,000 payments are being issued.

If you submitted a valid claim by Oct. 8, 2024, you will get your refund via the method you requested.

You will get cash or a check within 90 days. If you get a PayPal payment, accept it within 30 days.

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If you submitted a claim after Oct.8, 2024, the FTC will review your claim.

To learn more and apply to be part of the settlement, click here.

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