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 platform.

Website: www.epicgames.com/fortnite
Apps: Android

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, in-app purchasing, messaging/online chat, online relationships, screen capture and voice chat. 

How can you report online abuse or block someone?

These links are provided by Epic Games:

  • Report a player 
    How to report a player who is being abusive or behaving inappropriately.
  • Block a player 
    How to block a player who is being abusive or behaving inappropriately. 
  • Stop friend requests 
    Automatically decline new friend requests.

How can you protect your personal information?

This link is provided by Epic Games:

  • Protect your account 
    Learn how to make your account as secure as possible and what to do if your account has been hacked or breached.

Key safety links

These links are provided by Epic Games:

  • Code of conduct 
    Learn more about the expected behaviour from players of Fortnite. 
  • Support centre
    Offers a range of general help, safety and security information.
  • Privacy policy 
    Outlines Fortnite Battle Royale’s privacy policy guidelines.
  • Cabined Accounts
    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 parents, as well as information about parental controls in social media, games and apps and mental wellbeing resources for families.