'Fortnite' creator fined $245 million for deceptive practices

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Epic Games, the creator of popular video game 'Fortnite', has been ordered to pay $245 million in penalties for deceiving users with its in-game purchases. The lawsuit accused the company of using deceptive tactics to lure users into spending money on virtual items, such as skins and emotes, without disclosing the true cost. The penalty is expected to have a significant impact on the company's revenue and could set a precedent for other similar cases.
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