Fortnite’s new MAJOR gambling problem

Fortnite has reinvented itself more times than almost any game on the planet. Battle royale, live events, concerts, LEGO survival mode, racing spin-offs—it’s become less of a game and more of a platform. But its latest evolution may be the most troubling yet: the quiet normalization of gambling mechanics inside one of the most kid-friendly ecosystems in gaming.

What’s happening now isn’t just another monetization controversy. It’s a warning sign.