Fortnite

The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear Apple's appeal in its long-running legal battle with Epic Games. The decision upholds a lower court finding that Apple violated an injunction by limiting third-party payment options on iOS devices.

27 अप्रैल 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

Fortnite will allow players to request self-service refunds for cosmetics featuring singer David “D4vd” Burke starting April 28. Burke, arrested on April 16 in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, had his song 'Feel It' included in a game emote last May. Epic Games plans further changes but has not committed to removing the items.

Epic Games announced the removal of three lesser-played Fortnite modes amid efforts to cut costs. Rocket Racing will end in October 2026, while Ballistic and Festival Battle Stage shut down on April 16. The decision follows layoffs of over 1,000 employees earlier this week.

11 मार्च 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

Epic Games has announced that Fortnite's original co-op mode, Save the World, will become free-to-play starting April 16, 2026. This change comes as the company addresses declining engagement in its flagship title. The move aims to attract both veterans and newcomers to the survival crafting experience.

Popular Fortnite content creators are employing young women in promotional videos for custom maps, often without clarifying their roles, leading to misconceptions about who developed the content. This practice has sparked frustration among female creators who feel it undermines their visibility and opportunities. A GamesBeat report highlights how studios like Pandvil and Team Hive blur the lines between developers and spokespeople in their marketing.

12 जनवरी 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

Player-created Fortnite island Steal the Brainrot has introduced microtransactions and gambling features following recent Epic Games policy changes. These allow creators to earn from V-Bucks sales, with the game quickly adding expensive loot boxes and a spin wheel. The updates have sparked concerns over predatory practices targeting young players.