eSAFETY GUIDE

Fortnite

13+
Minimum age according to Fortnite
13+ Minimum age according to Fortnite

What is Fortnite?

Fortnite is an online video game and game platform developed by Epic Games. Fortnite has multiple game modes, using the same engine; each has similar graphics and art assets. Five of these modes are directly created and managed by Epic Games and its subsidiaries. Fortnite is available in six distinct game mode versions that otherwise share the same general gameplay and game engine. Fortnite Battle Royale, a free-to-play battle royale game, allows up to 100 players to interact, fighting to be the last person standing. Fortnite is a popular metaverse[https://www.esafety.gov.au/research/the-metaverse] platform.

Website: www.epicgames.com/fortniteExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/fortnite/en-US/home]
Apps: AndroidExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/fortnite/en-US/mobile/android/get-started]

How do people use Fortnite?

Lean more about the benefits and risks associated with how people use online games like Fortnite.

Fortnite Battle Royale is used for: gaming[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/gaming], in-app purchasing[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/in-app-purchasing], messaging/online chat[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/messaging-online-chat], online relationships[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/online-relationships], [https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/online-tools-and-features/screen-capture]screen capture[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/online-tools-and-features/screen-capture] and voice chat[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/voice-chat]. 

How can you report online abuse or block someone?

These links are provided by Epic Games:

  • Report a playerExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/fortnite-c5719335176219/player-behavior-c19319279166491/how-to-report-bad-player-behavior-in-fortnite-a5720300102171] 
    How to report a player who is being abusive or behaving inappropriately.
  • Block a playerExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/epic-games-store-c5719341124379/epic-accounts-c5719350930075/block-and-unblock-a-friend-in-the-epic-games-launcher-a5720400522779] 
    How to block a player who is being abusive or behaving inappropriately. 
  • Stop friend requestsExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/fortnite-c5719335176219/gameplay-c19319245850651/i-m-getting-too-many-friend-requests-how-do-i-turn-them-off-a5720291681563] 
    Automatically decline new friend requests.

How can you protect your personal information?

This link is provided by Epic Games:

  • Protect your accountExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/epic-accounts-c5719348850459/account-security-c5719366891291/securing-your-epic-account-a5720275985435] 
    Learn how to make your account as secure as possible and what to do if your account has been hacked or breached.

These links are provided by Epic Games:

  • Code of conductExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/community-rules?lang=en-US] 
    Learn more about the expected behaviour from players of Fortnite. 
  • Support centreExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/fortnite-c5719335176219]
    Offers a range of general help, safety and security information.
  • Privacy policyExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/privacypolicy] 
    Outlines Fortnite Battle Royale’s privacy policy guidelines.
  • Cabined AccountsExternal link[https://www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/cabinedaccounts]
    Provide a safer inclusive experience for young people. A Cabined Account requires parent/guardian consent to access certain features.

Last updated: 31/10/2024

The eSafety Guide helps you find out how to protect your personal information and report harmful content on common social media, games, apps and sites. Entries are for information only and are not reviews or endorsements by eSafety. Before choosing to use any online service or platform it’s best to:

  • do your own research to understand the risks and benefits
  • check the age rating and requirements
  • consider privacy
  • check the permissions and other settings
  • check the in-app reporting options.

If you are a parent or carer who is deciding whether a child should be allowed to use an online service or platform, you can also:

  • consider your child's readiness for the types of content and experiences they might encounter
  • help them understand what to do if they need help
  • provide ongoing support and monitoring, for example through regular check-ins with your child
  • agree to some rules about use of each service or platform.

To find out more, you can read the App checklist for parentsExternal link, as well as information about parental controls in social media, games and appsExternal link and mental wellbeing resources for familiesExternal link.