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Epic Games has built a massive gaming empire on the success of Fortnite, but also heavy legal scrutiny. The developer is facing yet another major legal battle after a consumer advocacy group accused the company of manipulating younger players into buying “V-Bucks,” the game’s virtual currency, through deceptive commercial practices.

A Fortnite Power Hour is happening today to celebrate the battle royale’s ninth birthday. Here is the complete Birthday Power Hours September 26 schedule, every new Birthday Sprite, and all the bonuses available during the special event.

Fortnite Birthday Sprites are here to celebrate the game’s anniversary (Image via Fortnite) Fortnite is marking its ninth birthday with a new collectible: the Birthday Sprite. Unlike most Sprites that are shaped like characters or creatures, this one is shaped like a slice of cake, a fitting nod to the milestone it’s marking.The Sprite has…

Fortnite Birthday Power Hours have been announced for September 26 (Image via Fortnite) Fortnite is celebrating its birthday on the island, and the excitement amongst the community is at an all-time high. Epic Games has officially announced the Birthday Power Hours for September 26, and this weekend’s sessions are shaping up to be one of…

The latest update for co-op dungeon crawler Dungeons of Eternity adds a new extraction-style game mode alongside new enemies, loot, and weapons.

Just Hoops dropped its 2.0 update this week in conjunction with Meta Connect, focusing on hand tracking and more accessible ways to enjoy the top-ranked basketball experience.

Fast Travel Games is holding an open playtest for its upcoming co-op VR heist shooter Payday: Aces High on October 19. Anyone who joins will get an exclusive Kitty Mask as a reward for participation.

Dataminers have revealed that all Resident Evil Fortnite skins will return to the Item Shop tonight. For the first time in over three years, players will be able to purchase Leon S. Kennedy, Claire Redfield, Jill Valentine, and Chris Redfield in the battle royale.

Dutch consumer advocacy foundation Stichting Massaschade & Consument issued a formal notice of liability against Epic Games on September 23, 2026, demanding over 100 million euros in damages for alleged predatory sales tactics targeting young Fortnite players.

On September 23, 2026, Meta announced “Meta VR Glasses,” a device featuring a display and cameras for viewing your surroundings. The glasses themselves weigh about 100 grams. The design moves the compute unit and battery away from the face and into a small separate puck connectedng 2027 at $1,299.99