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Meowdas reaches for a large diamond just before Chapter 2 Remix in Fortnite (2017), Epic Games
December 11, 2024

After Being Busted By The FTC For Using “Dark Patterns” To Push Microtransactions, Epic Games Begins Handing Out $245 Million In Refunds

As a result of their previous settlement with the FTC, Epic Games has begun refunding players for unwanted 'Fortnite' purchases.
Star Child (Derek Mears), Vale (Chivonne Michelle), 1-OFF (Armen Taylor), Haymar (Lana McKissack), and Lennox (Derek Phillips) set off on their next job in Concord (2025), Firewalk Studios
August 21, 2024

New 163-Page FTC Regulation Bans Fake Reviews, Testimonials, And More In “Final Rule” – What Does It Mean For Review Bombing?

The United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has banned fake reviews and testimonials in a "final rule."
The Weapon (Jen Taylor) informs Master Chief (Steve Downes) of their current situation in Halo 4 (2012), Microsoft Studios
July 11, 2023

Microsoft-Activision Deal Dodges Major Roadblock As Federal Court Rules Against The FTC In Anti-Trust Case

In a major blow to the entire video game ecosystem, a US judge has ruled against the FTC's efforts to…
Fishstick makes sure no one noticed he just knocked over a coffee cup in Fortnite (2017), Epic Games
December 21, 2022

Epic Games Fined $520 Million By FTC For Violating Child Privacy Laws And Using “Dark Patterns” For Deceptive Purchases In ‘Fortnite’

The FTC has fined Epic Games $520 million for violating children's privacy laws and tricking Fortnite players into unintended purchases.