Dutch consumer group sues Epic over Fortnite, seeks over €100m

Stichting Massaschade & Consument filed a class action against Epic Games, alleging it misled young Fortnite players. The group seeks over €100 million in refunds and damages, plus compensation for collecting children's data without parental consent. The Dutch ACM fined Epic €1,125,000 in 2024, and a Rotterdam court upheld the fine in January 2026.

• SMC represents Dutch players who played Fortnite before age 21
• The claim seeks over €100 million in refunds and damages
• ACM fined Epic €1,125,000 over item shop design
• A Rotterdam court upheld the fine in January 2026