The European Union, led by the Italian Competition Authority, has launched enforcement actions against ten major gaming companies including Activision Blizzard, Ubisoft, and Riot Games over predatory virtual currency practices. The investigation targets misaligned currency bundles, dark patterns, and inadequate parental controls that leave players with unspendable remainders. Epic Games has already moved to allow exact V-Bucks purchases on most platforms ahead of the crackdown.
The elusive Mogul Masters skins return to Fortnite's item shop after 500 days, offering players a rare chance to grab these popular winter-themed outfits.
Understand the recent changes in the cost of Fortnite V-Bucks, how it affects in-game and real-money packs, and what these changes mean for players in the U.S. and other regions.
Fortnite is testing a new Item Shop interface to improve user experience. Currently rolled out to 10% of players, the change aims to simplify navigation. Learn about what this could mean for the future of in-game purchases.
