Epic Games Compels Fortnite Cheater to Apologize and Donate Winnings to Charity

Epic Games has come down decisively on a Fortnite player caught cheating during the Fortnite Championship Series (FNCS). The developer required the player to issue a public apology video and redirected the spoils from their unfair play to charity. This action was taken against Morgan Bamford, a.k.a. RepulseGod, who deceitfully earned a spot in the FNCS 2023 Global Championship, which boasted a whopping $4 million prize pool.

Fortnite, which first hit the scene in 2017, offers players a variety of engaging modes including Save the World, Creative, and Lego Fortnite. FNCS stands among the premier esports competitions globally, recently aligning its 2025 tournament start with the launch of Fortnite Chapter 6 in January. This chapter wrapped up Season 1 and is now transitioning into Season 2, promising new excitement as ‘Lawless’ makes its debut.

Images from the gaming world highlight Fortnite’s active community. Recently, an excited player took to social media after encountering an unreleased skin in a public lobby, a reminder of the game’s vibrant ecosystem and ever-evolving content.

On Twitter, Fortnite’s Competitive team made an official statement. They confirmed taking legal measures against a player who wrongfully entered the FNCS, imposing a lifetime ban from all future tournaments. This incident is reminiscent of last year when a different player faced lawsuits for using illicit software to gain a competitive edge. The offending player was mandated to issue a public apology after it was discovered they shared their account for a tournament entry, flouting Epic’s strict regulations.

Cheating is something Epic Games tackles with utmost seriousness. In 2024, a study ranked Fortnite second only to Valorant for its effective anti-cheat measures, besting titles like Rainbow Six Siege, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Overwatch 2. Following the investigation, the cheating player was ordered to surrender a financial settlement equivalent to their winnings, a sum now pledged to charitable causes.

Excitement is ramping up as Fortnite enthusiasts digest the latest trailer for Chapter 6 Season 2. This season embraces a dynamic heist theme, unveiling fresh gameplay elements, novel Battle Pass skins such as Big Dill and The Brat, and the return of loot-laden duffel bags. Gamers can anticipate an upgraded map, featuring rail grinding and tantalizing new weapons and gadgets. Among the highlights, the Rocket Drill and a laser beam for vault cutting have already captured fans’ imaginations.

Since its launch on July 25, 2017, Fortnite, rated T for Teen due to its content, continues to captivate millions across the globe with its thrilling updates and engaging gameplay.