Since Fortnite released in the year 2017, it’s been an unstoppable force. The constant stream of updates, new seasons, and must-have items keep it fresh. It’s like there’s always something new new for players. That’s the part of why it’s so addictive. You blink, and suddenly three hours have flown by.
If you are an Parents, you know the struggle—you’ve finally convinced your kid to step away from Fortnite and come to dinner, only to hear them shout, “Just five more minutes!” (Which, sometimes, turns into twenty.)
But now you don’t have to worry, since Epic Games rolling out new parental controls, giving you even more say over how much time your kid spends in this game.
Fortnite has always had some parental controls in place, but these new changes directly address one of the biggest concerns parents have—screen time.
And honestly, with the latest Marvel update pulling kids in, time control couldn’t come at a better time.
New Time Limit Feature Gives Parents More Control
The most talked-about feature in this upgrade is the time limits. You can now set strict limits on how long your kids can play this game.
Players will also get notification when they’re down to their last 30 minutes of game time. Once the timer runs out, the game will automatically locks up until the next scheduled session.
Epic Games didn’t stop with time control. You also get to manage voice and text chat permissions, filter out mature language, and control purchases -becouse fortnite’s shop bursting at the seams with tempting items, it’s easy for kids to rack up unexpected charges.
These controls could be a real lifesaver for anyone who’s ever been surprised by a hefty V-Bucks bill.
Of course, parental controls aren’t exactly new.
PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo have all offered ways to manage screen time for years.
But with Fortnite being as massive as it is, this update could be the perfect tool to rein in playtime without having to be the bad guy.
So, finally with these new parental controls in place, parents can keep the action in check while still letting their kids enjoy the game.
