The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced plans to issue refunds to nearly 630,000 Fortnite players after determining that Epic Games, the developer behind the popular video game, misled consumers into making unintentional purchases.In a press release dated December 9, the FTC confirmed it will distribute over $72 million in refunds, with an average payout of approximately $114 per eligible player.The refunds stem from a settlement reached in December 2022 when Epic Games was ordered to pay $245 million to resolve allegations of using deceptive practices to facilitate unauthorized purchases and allowing children to make charges without parental consent.Why Refunds Were OrderedAccording to the FTC, Fortnite’s interface and button configuration were designed in ways that caused players to incur charges unintentionally.“The FTC alleged that Fortnite’s counterintuitive, inconsistent, and confusing button configuration led players of all ages to incur unwanted charges based on the press of a single button,” the commission stated. Examples include players being charged while attempting to wake the game from sleep mode, during loading screens, or when accidentally pressing a button while previewing an item.Who Is Eligible for a Refund?To qualify for a refund, you must meet at least one of the following criteria:Unintended Purchases: You were charged for in-game items you didn’t intend to purchase between January 2017 and September 2022.Unauthorized Charges by Minors: Your child made unauthorized purchases on your credit card in Fortnite between January 2017 and November 2018.Account Locked After Dispute: You were locked out of your Fortnite account after disputing unwanted charges with your credit card provider between January 2017 and September 2022.If you filed a claim after October 8, 2023, no further action is required, as per the FTC.For players looking to enhance their Fortnite experience, platforms like Z2U offer a reliable marketplace for gaming needs. Whether you’re searching for [b][url=https://www.z2u.com/fn/accounts-5-4592]Fortnite Accounts For Sale[/url][/b] or want to [b][url=https://www.z2u.com/fn/accounts-5-4592]Buy FN Accounts[/url][/b] with exclusive skins, high stats, or rare items, [b]Z2U.COM[/b] provides secure and affordable options. With verified sellers and a user-friendly interface, Z2U ensures a smooth transaction experience for all gamers.