What is "EPIC GAMES" on my bank statement?

EPIC GAMES is a legitimate charge from Epic Games for games, in-app purchases, or subscriptions like Fortnite content.

Merchant: Epic Games, Inc. | Category: Digital Content

What Is This Charge?

A charge from Epic Games reflects a purchase at Epic Games, Inc., the video game company founded in 1991 and best known for Fortnite, Unreal Engine, and the Epic Games Store. Epic Games is a digital entertainment business, and it does not operate physical retail stores in the way a supermarket or clothing chain does. This charge usually comes from a game download, in-app purchase, virtual currency, or a subscription tied to Epic’s online products. The descriptor can appear even when the purchase was made inside a game or through a connected platform.

Why Does This Charge Appear on My Statement?

This charge appears when someone in your household buys a game, add-on content, or in-game currency through an Epic account. It also appears after recurring billing for a subscription or after a delayed card capture from a prior digital order. A charge can post after a child uses a saved payment method in Fortnite or another Epic-linked title. It can also appear when a preauthorization converts into a final posted payment.

Typical Charge Amounts

Typical Epic Games charges often start at $0.99 for small in-app items and rise to $7.99, $9.99, $19.99, or $49.99 for larger digital purchases. Fortnite-related purchases commonly include V-Bucks packs at $8.99, $17.99, $26.99, or $79.99, depending on the bundle. Some subscription-style charges may post at $11.99 per month for Fortnite Crew in supported regions. A temporary card authorization may show as $1.00, $0.00, or a small pending amount before the final charge posts.

Common Variations

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Is This Charge Legitimate?

A legitimate Epic Games charge should match a purchase made through your Epic account, Fortnite, the Epic Games Store, or a linked console or PC game. Start by checking your Epic purchase history at https://www.epicgames.com/account/personal and your email receipts for the exact amount and date. Review the transaction in the Epic Games Launcher, the Fortnite account page, or the app store used for the purchase if the charge came through Apple or Google billing. If you do not recognize the charge, contact Epic Games Support through https://www.epicgames.com/help and compare the last four digits of the card used.

How to Dispute or Cancel

1. Sign in to your Epic account and open the purchase or subscription history to confirm the charge and cancel any recurring plan. 2. If the charge is for Fortnite Crew or another recurring service, cancel it in the account settings before the next billing date. 3. Contact Epic Games Support through https://www.epicgames.com/help and request a refund or billing review; Epic’s refund rules depend on the product and purchase age. 4. If Epic cannot resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and file a bank dispute for an unauthorized digital purchase. 5. Keep screenshots, receipts, and the transaction date, because banks usually ask for proof before reversing a card charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my Epic Games charge show as EPIC GAMES*FORTNITE?

That descriptor usually means the payment was tied to Fortnite content, such as V-Bucks, a skin, a battle pass, or Fortnite Crew. Epic often adds the game name to the statement line so the charge is easier to identify. Check your Epic receipt email and your Fortnite purchase history to match the exact amount and date.

How do I cancel my Epic Games subscription?

Sign in to your Epic account, open the subscriptions or billing section, and turn off auto-renew before the next billing date. If the charge is for Fortnite Crew, cancel it in the same Epic account used to buy it. Save the cancellation confirmation and check your bank statement for one final posted charge if the renewal already processed.

Why is my Epic Games charge a different amount than expected?

The amount can differ because a temporary authorization may post first and the final charge posts later for the exact purchase total. It can also change if the purchase included tax, a bundle upgrade, or a platform fee from Apple, Google, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo billing. Compare the statement line with the receipt email and the order history in your Epic account.

Can Epic Games charges come from a child’s account?

Yes, Epic Games charges often come from a child or teen using a saved card on a shared device. Fortnite and other Epic titles can store payment details for fast checkout, which makes accidental purchases possible. Review the Epic account, console account, and device purchase settings to stop repeat charges.

How do I get a refund for an Epic Games purchase?

Go to Epic Games Support, open the refund request flow, and submit the order number, date, and reason for the request. Refund eligibility depends on the product type and how long ago the purchase was made, so act quickly. If the charge is unauthorized, also contact your bank and dispute it separately.

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