What is changing for Fortnite creators on January 20th?

Creators can no longer offer in-island transactions that influence prize wheels.

Why did Epic Games ban prize wheel transactions in Fortnite?

The ban addresses player criticism over experiences using V-Bucks for lootbox-style mechanics.

How will Fortnite creators be paid after the new rule change?

Creators receive 100% of V-Bucks from in-island transactions until the end of this year, then 50% after 2026.

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Fortnite Bans Prize Wheel Transactions

17 Jan

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Summary

Fortnite creator experiences will ban prize wheel transactions starting January 20th.
The new rule targets 'spin' or 'increased luck' for prizes using in-game currency.
Epic will pay creators 100% of V-Bucks from transactions until end of year.

Fortnite creator experiences will no longer permit in-island transactions for prize wheels, starting January 20th. Epic Games announced this update, specifically banning mechanics offering 'spin' or 'increased luck' for prizes. This move follows player criticism of the "Steal The Brainrot" experience, which had introduced V-Bucks-funded prize wheels and lootboxes.

Previously, creators were paid via an engagement-based system as in-game transactions were not allowed. However, Epic recently shifted this policy to grant independent developers more commercial agency. This transition allows for in-island transactions, a feature common in competing platforms like Roblox.

Through the end of this year, Epic will offer creators a full 100 percent of the V-Bucks value generated from in-island transactions. This generous payout rate is scheduled to change to 50 percent after 2026, marking a significant shift in the platform's creator economy.