Epic Games has officially settled its lawsuit against former contract worker Hayden Cohen, better known online as AdiraFN, bringing an end to a high-profile legal battle over leaked Fortnite collaboration content
While the agreement was reached outside of court, the specific terms of the settlement have not been disclosed
The case attracted significant attention within the gaming community because Cohen had built a reputation for accurately revealing upcoming “Fortnite” crossover events months before Epic Games intended to announce them
AdiraFN Gained Recognition For ‘Fortnite’ Leaks
Epic Games Settles ‘Fortnite’ Leak Lawsuit With Former Contractor
Before the lawsuit, AdiraFN became one of the most recognizable “Fortnite” leakers on social media. The account accurately revealed several high-profile collaborations ahead of their official announcements, including crossover events featuring “Overwatch” and “Game of Thrones.”
These leaks spread quickly across social media platforms, allowing players to learn about upcoming content well before Epic Games’ planned reveals. While many fans appreciated the early information, the leaks reduced the surprise surrounding official announcements and generated concerns about the security of confidential development materials
The AdiraFN social media account was removed in early March 2026, shortly before Epic Games publicly filed its lawsuit
Settlement Ends the Legal Dispute
Rather than taking the case to trial, Epic Games and Cohen agreed to resolve the matter through an out-of-court settlement, according to Law360
According to Epic Games spokesperson Natalie Munoz, the company has asked the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina to approve a stipulated injunction that permanently prohibits Cohen from publishing, sharing, or distributing Epic Games’ confidential or proprietary information in the future
Epic Games has not disclosed whether the settlement includes any financial compensation or additional terms
Why Epic Games Filed the Lawsuit
Epic Games filed the lawsuit in March 2026, alleging that the unauthorized disclosure of confidential Fortnite information harmed both the company and its business partners
According to the complaint, revealing collaborations before their official announcements weakened carefully planned marketing campaigns, diminished player excitement, and potentially affected engagement with new content releases
Epic also sought the return or destruction of any confidential materials that remained in Cohen’s possession
Epic Games Continues to Defend Its Intellectual Property
The AdiraFN settlement is one of several legal matters involving Epic Games this year. While the company recently resolved its dispute with the “Fortnite” leaker, it remains engaged in other legal proceedings, including its long-running battle with Apple over App Store policies and digital payment systems
For “Fortnite” players, the settlement serves as a reminder that Epic Games is prepared to pursue legal action against individuals who leak confidential information. This will be the precedent for future leaks and a telling proof that the company is protective about its IPs and collaborations
In other “Fortnite” news, PlayerOne reports that the game will introduce a new “American Dad” bundle. The new bundle costs 2,700 V-Bucks as of writing
