Fortnite’s New Time-Out: Epic Games Empowers Parents with Playtime Controls

Epic Games, the creator of the wildly popular battle royale game Fortnite, has just rolled out a game-changing update for parents. The new feature introduces robust parental controls, allowing guardians to set daily time limits and specific play windows for their children.

Time’s Up, Little Legends

With this update, parents can now:

• Set daily time limits for Fortnite gameplay
• Define specific time windows when the game can be accessed
• Receive reports on time spent in the game
• Restrict access to certain features based on age ratings

These controls work across all platforms, ensuring consistent management whether kids play on consoles, PCs, or mobile devices.

Countdown to Victory Royale

When time limits are enabled, young Fortnite live players will receive a 30-minute warning before their session expires. This thoughtful feature allows kids to wrap up their current match or save their progress in creative modes.

Interestingly, the time tracking extends beyond just the primary Battle Royale mode. It also covers Epic Games‘ creations like Lego Fortnite and custom modes built with Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN).

A Win for Family Game Night

This update strikes a balance between gaming fun and responsible screen time management. It’s a welcome addition for parents seeking more control over their children’s gaming habits.

As digital wellbeing becomes increasingly essential, it’s encouraging to see significant game developers like Epic taking proactive steps to support families.

With these new tools, parents can ensure Fortnite remains a fun, safe, and balanced part of their children’s digital lives. Game on, but only until bedtime!

Source: Epic Games