Epic Games Raises V-Bucks Prices Across All Fortnite Packs
Epic Games announces a price increase for V-Bucks in Fortnite effective March 19, 2026. Fortnite V-Bucks price increase reduces the number of virtual currency in each pack tier. The $8.99 pack drops from 1000 to 800 V-Bucks. The $22.99 pack decreases from 2800 to 2400 V-Bucks. The $36.99 pack falls from 5000 to 4500 V-Bucks. The $89.99 pack reduces from 13,500 to 12,500 V-Bucks. The Exact Amount Pack changes from $0.50 for 50 V-Bucks to $0.99 for 50 V-Bucks. Epic cites rising operational costs as the reason for the increase. A blog post explained frankly that running Fortnite has become much more expensive.
Battle Pass and Other Pass Updates
The Battle Pass now costs 800 V-Bucks instead of the previous 1000. You can earn 800 V-Bucks back upon fully completing the pass. This allows you to buy the next pass with earned currency. The OG Pass similarly drops from 1000 to 800 V-Bucks.
The Music Pass decreases from 1400 to 1200 V-Bucks. The LEGO Pass also falls from 1400 to 1200 V-Bucks. These adjustments align with the overall V-Bucks value changes. Epic Rewards gives 20 percent back on purchases through Epic’s payment system.
Fortnite Crew Changes
Fortnite Crew subscribers receive 800 V-Bucks instead of the previous 1000. This change affects those with membership through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate as well. Subscribers will receive emails with timing details for their region. The changes take effect March 19 across all platforms.
Players can find an FAQ with further details on the Fortnite website. The price increase affects PC, iOS, Android, and web purchases. Epic Rewards credit can be used across Fortnite, Fall Guys, and Rocket League. The change aims to help Epic pay the bills for running the massive game.
