Urgent scam warning issued to Fortnite players

The creators of the wildly popular video game Fortnite have issued a stark warning to players about scam websites. Epic Games, the developers of the hit game, have reportedly warned players about scam sites that offer free or heavily-discounted V-Bucks, the game's virtual currency. The scam sites are thought to primarily target unsuspecting younger players, drawing them in with the promise of V-Bucks for little to no cost before stealing their login credentials and money. Fortnite's stratospheric levels of popularity within just the past few months have made it a prime target for scammers looking to prey on children and unwary gamers, with players of the game reportedly spending a staggering $296 million (£221.7 million) on V-Bucks in April 2018 alone. In response to the rise of fraud websites designed to lure in hapless players and steal their money and login information, Epic Games sent an email to players urging them to be wary of potential scam websites.