Fortnite was pulled from the App Store and Google Play over two years ago, and while those who had previously downloaded the game could still play, they missed out on a plethora of updates and added content. Now, the situation is about to get worse as Epic announced more limitations for mobile and Mac users.
Yesterday, in a tweet, Epic revealed that starting January 30, Fortnite players using app version 13.40 August 2023 – the latest update released on iOS, Mac and Google Play – will no longer be able to spend V-Bucks. Additionally, the game’s age rating will be raised to 18.
Starting January 30, Fortnite players using the August 2020 version 13.40 app previously available on iOS, Mac, and Google Play can no longer spend V-Bucks and must be over 18 to play. (1/2)January 23, 2023
In a follow-up tweet (opens in a new tab), Epic explained that it is making changes to protect young players. “We want all versions of our games to use the current suite of Epic Online Services, including parental controls, default purchase settings, and parental verification features. We are unable to update application on these platforms given Apple and Google restrictions on Fortnite,” the tweet read.
It comes after Epic was forced to pay $520 million in December last year for tricking “millions of players into unwitting purchases” and breaking child privacy laws.
Chapter 4 of Season 1 of the hugely popular battle royale also rolled out last month, offering a new map to explore, dirt bikes to get around faster, and a new weapon stash. And next month, the worlds of Fortnite and The Witcher are set to collide when Geralt of Rivia takes to the battlefield on February 7, 2023.
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