Fortnite and other games have 'damaging impact' on the lives of children, warns Culture Secretary

The Culture Secretary has warned that addictive video games have a negative and damaging impact on children's lives. Minister Matt Hancock made the comments amid concerns from parents over the massively popular multiplayer game Fortnite. The game, which is a'survival shooter', has been downloaded more than 40 million times and has been endorsed by stars such as footballer Dele Alli and rapper Drake. Parents are concerned about the impact the multiplayer'survival shooter' game Fortnite (pictured) could have on their children The Culture Secretary said that excessive screen time is damaging the lives of young children. Fortnite sees up to 100 players play against each other in a variety of game modes and is free to play.