Fake Tournaments, Phishing Sites, and the Fortnite Crypto Con
If you’ve seen buzz about “Fortnite crypto” making the rounds online, don’t believe the hype. Scammers are exploiting Fortnite’s massive popularity by launching elaborate fraud campaigns that look legit but are anything but.
One of the most common tactics involves fake Fortnite tournaments. These events are advertised on social media, forums, and shady websites. The hook? Entry fees must be paid in obscure memecoins like “Dill Bits” or “Fortnite Token.” Once players send their crypto, the tournament vanishes into thin air because it never existed in the first place.
Another growing threat is phishing websites promising free “airdrops” of something called V-Bucks Coin, pretending to be an official Fortnite crypto. These sites ask users to enter their Epic Games login info and connect a crypto wallet, under the illusion of claiming a reward. Instead, these credentials are harvested and used to drain digital assets or hijack game accounts.
To be clear: Epic Games has not launched any cryptocurrency. In fact, Epic’s CEO Tim Sweeney has publicly disavowed these schemes, calling them “outright fraud.” Fortnite has no native token, no blockchain plans, and no partnerships with any crypto projects.
Why These Scams Work
These frauds succeed because they exploit two powerful triggers: the hype around crypto and the trust users place in the Fortnite brand. The scams are polished, use convincing branding, and capitalize on fear of missing out (FOMO).
What You Can Do
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Never share your Epic Games login or crypto wallet with unofficial sources.
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Ignore offers that sound too good to be true, especially involving "airdrops" or entry fees.
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Check official channels. Epic Games has never promoted crypto on its website or verified social accounts.
Final Thought:
If it sounds too Fortnite to be true, it probably is. Always double-check before clicking, and stay ahead of scams by subscribing to trustworthy fraud sources (like this one).
🔎 Stay sharp, stay skeptical, and stay subscribed.
