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[zerocool @sripple19]

Epic Games has already faced regulatory action over deceptive Fortnite purchases.

Yet some of the biggest creators in Fortnite Creative are attracting thousands of players through misleading XP videos across social media.
https://t.co/pK1srovpVS

Fake XP gains, hidden V-Bucks paywalls, and paid items falsely promoted as ways to earn more XP. This is deceptive advertising being used to scam players, especially kids, into spending real money.

And somehow, Epic keeps allowing these islands to operate.

This goes beyond Epic's Developer Rules. We're talking about deceptive commercial practices and potential violations of consumer protection laws, especially when children are involved.

Even if Epic allows these practices, does that make them legal under consumer protection laws?
@fairplayforkids

@TimSweeneyEpic @FNCreate @EmptyTux @rhyan_epic

I documented how this works here:
https://t.co/6DfSUx7P0W

[zerocool @sripple19]

@PattersonW @FNCreate @HaroldAtEpic @Flak A 92% like rate doesn't make misleading xp ads and vbucks bait okay 💀 You completely missed the point...

[zerocool @sripple19]

Fake XP videos, hidden V-Bucks paywalls, and hundreds of promotional videos.

How is this still allowed under Epic's own rules?

@FNCreate @HaroldAtEpic @Flak https://t.co/kagovsf1Em

[zerocool @sripple19]

@JustVenka @FNCreate @EpicTofuChris I actually wrote an article about Traki and how he uses fake XP bait to push V-Bucks purchases. Looks like he's running multiple accounts with his team to promote his maps. @JustVenka @FNCreate

[Venka @JustVenka]

The "Discover" section in Fortnite is in a deplorable state; some users are taking advantage of it to trick children into believing they can earn XP quickly on their maps—they are even broadcasting this live as we speak. Please take the necessary action. @FNCreate @EpicTofuChris

[UEFN WATCHDOG @UEFNWatchdog]

Why aren’t these removed yet? Are they allowed?

[zerocool @sripple19]

@shyeh23 @duos_with_dad @FNCreate Wtf 😭 The thumbnails are already misleading enough, but the videos are even worse. Fake V-Bucks, fake skins, you name it. And I bet the maps themselves technically follow the rules. Epic really needs to do something about off-platform marketing... https://t.co/PP4qglSRhf

[zerocool @sripple19]

@duos_with_dad @FNCreate yeah you're right, standardized XP would make fake claims much easier to catch. That's probably the right direction to go, but stricter moderation is still needed. though I guess there's a lot happening behind the scenes we don't see...

[Dustin (DWDFN) @duos_with_dad]

What if the Fortnite Crew changes could actually FIX one of @FNCreate’s biggest problems?

Hear me out.

Every new season, one of the first things players search for is XP maps.

Players LOVE progression, but we’ve created an ecosystem where creators are incentivized to advertise XP instead of actual gameplay.

For years, I’ve advocated for standardized, flat-rate XP based on playtime, with a consistent UTC reset.

Everyone earns XP at the same rate, regardless of which creator-made experience they play.

Here’s where Crew comes in.

With standardized XP, Epic could make Crew’s progression benefits a more compelling reason to subscribe, rather than having creators compete over exaggerated XP promises.

Think about the benefits:

• Less misleading XP marketing and fewer bad actors.

• Creators competing on gameplay instead of XP.

• Players enjoying the games they actually want to play without sacrificing progression.

• A healthier Discover ecosystem AND a potential increase in Crew subscriptions.

Look at almost any trending Fortnite Creative gameplay post. Someone is probably asking about XP before discussing the actual game.

That’s a problem.

Fortnite creators should be competing to make the best games, not competing to make the biggest XP promises.

The Crew changes could be an opportunity to finally address this.

Better for players. Better for creators. Potentially better for Epic.

@TimSweeneyEpic @EpicVogel

[zerocool @sripple19]

@MrLustFn @FNCreate Oh, he's also using your keyboard audio in this video 😂
Btw @pipobex , same thing with you, he's using your image/name to farm engagement 🙄
https://t.co/b1ORt6lZPR

[zerocool @sripple19]

Hey @MrLustFn , just a heads up, this guy is using your name in a fake Fortnite XP video, making it look like you're saying things about his map.
@FNCreate
Are you aware of this? 🙂https://t.co/JXYukR90ws

[zerocool @sripple19]

that's not the point. the problem is the fake XP claims and hidden V-Bucks paywalls.
Epic's rules are literally clear about this:
3.2.1: The rules also apply to YouTube videos promoting maps
4.4.2: You can't mislead players about in-game purchases, even in videos
4.4.4: You can't sell XP or imply that purchases grant XP

[zerocool @sripple19]

Meanwhile, this guy does the exact same thing with fake XP videos and V-Bucks bait ingame, posting hundreds of videos across multiple YouTube channels. but he's a big YouTuber with 500K subscribers. @FNCreate @duos_with_dad
Guess the rules are different when you're famous💀

[wawymaps @wawymaps]

Other people make clickbait videos about your UEFN map, bigger creators complain, and YOU get permanently banned across all Epic accounts?

6,396 players at peak. Now it’s gone.

I’m also dealing with a separate lawsuit.

How is this fair? #UEFN

[zerocool @sripple19]

@AlexHydenStudio @FNCreate @duos_with_dad Just look at these accounts:

https://t.co/qXT0lUwuCR
https://t.co/Bi4DfS92Kr
https://t.co/TLvjpZC6SE
the last two are in french, but you don't even need to understand the language to see all the misleading clickbait fake XP claims and vbuck purchases tied to XP

[Chhetz @Chhetz]

@FNCreate This map is blowing up because they have pirate shop token vending machines behind a secret code and timer 😅

[zerocool @sripple19]

@Chhetz @FNCreate Lmao, he should've added a VIP paywall right before it 💀
This guy does the same thing with XP, except you need to pay 400 V-Bucks for VIP access

https://t.co/2VuQ9ZSmm0

[zerocool @sripple19]

Hey @FNCreate, can we talk about XP maps and V-Bucks monetization?

Take GOATED 1V1 by Traki (2579-4043-9607).

His entire YouTube channel is basically dedicated to promoting XP methods, claiming you can earn hundreds of thousands of XP, unlimited XP, or even a full level with every shot.

Meanwhile, inside his map, players can spend V-Bucks to skip XP timers, buy a VIP Pass to access XP areas, and purchase items advertised as giving more XP.

And the videos don't even mention these paid features.

For example, in this video he claims you can get a full level per shot:
https://t.co/MgqWZU8mxs
Another example where he shows a player at level 5000 to promote his xp map
https://t.co/nUxlHmhdPv
His channel:
https://t.co/YzJQ73LutK

Epic's own rules are pretty clear:
3.2.1: The rules apply to promotional content, including YouTube videos, not just what's shown inside the island.

4.4.2: In-island purchases can't be misleading, including how they're advertised outside Fortnite.

4.4.4: You can't sell Fortnite XP or imply that spending V-Bucks will give players XP.

So how is this still allowed?

@FNCreate, could someone look into this? I've attached footage showing the V-Bucks purchases and XP-related features inside the map.

[zerocool @sripple19]

@Xeamox @FNCreate @HaroldAtEpic @alexbaileync Fake XP used to be about engagement payouts. Now creators are pushing V-Bucks purchases too. Could there be grounds for legal action against them, or even Epic?
Feels like big creators get a free pass
https://t.co/2VuQ9ZROws

[zerocool @sripple19]

Hey @FNCreate, can we talk about XP maps and V-Bucks monetization?

Take GOATED 1V1 by Traki (2579-4043-9607).

His entire YouTube channel is basically dedicated to promoting XP methods, claiming you can earn hundreds of thousands of XP, unlimited XP, or even a full level with every shot.

Meanwhile, inside his map, players can spend V-Bucks to skip XP timers, buy a VIP Pass to access XP areas, and purchase items advertised as giving more XP.

And the videos don't even mention these paid features.

For example, in this video he claims you can get a full level per shot:
https://t.co/MgqWZU8mxs
Another example where he shows a player at level 5000 to promote his xp map
https://t.co/nUxlHmhdPv
His channel:
https://t.co/YzJQ73LutK

Epic's own rules are pretty clear:
3.2.1: The rules apply to promotional content, including YouTube videos, not just what's shown inside the island.

4.4.2: In-island purchases can't be misleading, including how they're advertised outside Fortnite.

4.4.4: You can't sell Fortnite XP or imply that spending V-Bucks will give players XP.

So how is this still allowed?

@FNCreate, could someone look into this? I've attached footage showing the V-Bucks purchases and XP-related features inside the map.

[Xeamox @Xeamox]

Holy method 😭

This guy grew his map by posting fake “Pirate Shop Token” which you can get it for free by playing his map 😂 it hasn’t been a week yet..

@FNCreate @HaroldAtEpic @alexbaileync

[zerocool @sripple19]

Hey @FNCreate, one of the biggest FFA maps is being promoted through fake XP livestreams.
https://t.co/kGWy4zVueX
Is this actually allowed under Epic's rules? Genuinely curious

Just a reminder:
Rule 3.2.1: Epic's rules apply to ALL island promotions, including YouTube videos and livestreams.

Rule 3.1.4: Promotional content must not mislead players about the experience they're getting.
https://t.co/gy7nXQIQCN
So why are fake XP promotions still being tolerated? @FNCreate @Flak @duos_with_dad @UEFNPHANTOM @TR4KI_ @HaroldAtEpic