For years, Fortnite players relied on V-Bucks cards to top up their in-game currency. Now, those cards are becoming a thing of the past. Starting mid-2024, Epic Games has launched a brand new product to replace V-Bucks cards: the Epic Games Gift Card (also called the Fortnite Gift Card). This change is not just about the name; the card’s features, usage options, and region lock rules have all been fundamentally updated. In this guide, we explain all the new features, the currency-based region system, and how to redeem and use your card step by step.

What Is the Epic Games Gift Card?

The Epic Games Gift Card (officially Fortnite Gift Card powered by the Epic Games Store) is a digital or physical prepaid card that lets you add funds to your Epic account. The main difference from the old V-Bucks cards: the funds you load are not just for V-Bucks. Instead, the amount is added to your account as real currency and can be used for any product within the Epic ecosystem.

Here’s what you can buy with it:

• V-Bucks for Fortnite skins, emotes, Battle Pass, and more
• Fortnite Crew subscription
• Rocket League content (thanks to Fortnite Shared Wallet support)
• Fall Guys content
• Games on the Epic Games Store including third-party titles
• Content on fab.com (Epic’s content marketplace)

In short, while the V-Bucks card was limited to a single game, the Epic Games Gift Card is now a multi-purpose wallet for the entire Epic ecosystem.

Which Denominations Are Available?

The cards are currently available in the US in the following denominations. Equivalent values in other currencies (EUR, GBP, AUD, etc.) may vary by region:

• $15
• $30
• $50
• $100
• Custom amounts between $15 and $150 (on select platforms)

Physical cards can be found in stores, while digital codes are sold on online platforms (such as Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, and digital key sellers like Lotkeys).

How to Redeem (Step by Step)

Using an Epic Games Gift Card is easy. There are two main ways:

Method 1: QR Code (Physical Card)

• Scan the QR code on your physical card with your phone.
• Follow the link and log in to your Epic account.
• Click the "Redeem" button.
• The funds will be instantly added to your account.

Method 2: PIN Code (Digital or Physical Card)

• Go to epicgames.com/redeem.
• Log in to your Epic account.
• Enter the PIN code from the back of your card (or from your digital delivery) in the designated field.
• Click the "Redeem" button.
• Your funds will appear under "Account Settings → Payment Methods → Epic Account Balance".

To spend your funds, simply select "Epic Account Balance" as your payment method during checkout. This option is available on the Epic Games Store, Fortnite, Rocket League, Fall Guys, and any platform using Epic’s payment system.

Important note: When you redeem a card, the full amount is added to your account at once; partial redemption is not possible. Also, funds loaded to your account cannot be transferred to another account.

Is There a Region Lock? Understanding the Currency System

This is one of the most critical aspects of the Epic Games Gift Card and misunderstanding it can lead to loss of funds. In short: Yes, there is a region lock, but it works as a “currency lock” rather than a “country lock.”

According to Epic Games’ official statement: Fortnite gift cards are currency-specific, so the currency of your card must match the currency of your Epic account balance to redeem the card. This means the card’s currency must exactly match your account’s currency.

How does this work?

• An EUR card can only be used on accounts with EUR as their currency (Europe).
• A USD card can only be used on accounts with USD as their currency (United States).
• A GBP card can only be used on accounts with GBP as their currency (United Kingdom).
• A BRL card can only be used on accounts with BRL as their currency (Brazil).
• The same rule applies for all other currencies.

Your account’s currency is determined by the country you select when creating your Epic account. Changing your region to use a V-Bucks or Gift Card is not allowed by Epic Games.

To avoid any issues or loss, always choose the correct currency before buying a card. On platforms like Lotkeys, cards are listed by currency, so you should check your Epic account’s currency (based on your country) and purchase a matching card.

Which Currencies Are Supported?

The Epic Games Store supports over 43 different currencies. The most common currencies available as Fortnite Gift Cards are:

• USD United States
• EUR Eurozone countries (Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Portugal, etc.)
• GBP United Kingdom
• CAD Canada
• AUD Australia
• BRL Brazil
• MXN Mexico
• SEK / DKK / NOK Sweden, Denmark, Norway
• PLN Poland
• JPY Japan
• KRW South Korea
• SAR Saudi Arabia
• AED United Arab Emirates
• NZD New Zealand
• CHF Switzerland
• ZAR South Africa
• INR India
• SGD / MYR / PHP / IDR / HKD Southeast Asia and Hong Kong
• CLP / COP / PEN / UYU Latin American countries

If your account’s currency is not listed, purchases on the Epic Games Store default to USD. However, to use a Gift Card, you must find a card that matches your account’s currency.

Which Platforms Are Supported?

Funds loaded with the Epic Games Gift Card are valid on the following platforms:

• PC (Windows and Mac) via Epic Games Store and Fortnite client
• PlayStation 4 / PlayStation 5 if your PSN account is linked to your Epic account
• Xbox One / Xbox Series X|S if your Microsoft account is linked to your Epic account
• Android via the Epic Games Store app or Fortnite app
• iOS (iPhone and iPad) via the Fortnite app (and Epic Games Store app in the EU)
• Web browser for purchases on epicgames.com
• Cloud gaming services (such as Xbox Cloud Gaming, GeForce Now)

All purchases for Fortnite, Rocket League, and Fall Guys content across these platforms are linked via the Fortnite Shared Wallet, meaning your V-Bucks and cosmetics are accessible on all supported platforms.

Nintendo Switch and the Shared Wallet Exception

There’s one important exception: Nintendo Switch does not support the Fortnite Shared Wallet system. This means:

• V-Bucks purchased with funds loaded to your Epic account will not appear on your Nintendo Switch device.
• To use V-Bucks on Nintendo Switch, players must buy them directly through the Nintendo eShop or use the web Item Shop.

The good news: Fortnite skins, emotes, and other cosmetics purchased with V-Bucks (that are added as “items”) will appear in your Locker on all platforms, including Nintendo Switch. So, if you buy a skin on the web Item Shop or another platform, you can use it on Switch too.

20% Epic Rewards Cashback

One of the most attractive perks of the Epic Games Gift Card is the Epic Rewards cashback system.

If you shop with your account funds in the following games, you get a permanent 20% cashback in Epic Rewards:

• Fortnite (on PC, iOS, Android, or web using Epic payment system)
• Rocket League
• Fall Guys

For example, if you buy 1,000 V-Bucks ($7.99), you’ll receive about $1.60 in Epic Rewards. These rewards accumulate and can be used for your next purchases.

For other games and content on the Epic Games Store, you get 20% cashback until the end of August 2025, then the standard 5% applies.

Free GHOST Monks Outfit

To celebrate the new Gift Card system, Epic Games is offering a limited-time bonus: redeem your first Epic Games Gift Card by December 31, 2026 and receive the GHOST Monks outfit for free.

To claim this bonus, make sure the Epic account you redeem the code for is the same one you actively use for Fortnite.

Account Balance Limits

There are limits to how much funds you can keep in your Epic account. While these limits may vary slightly by region, the standard rules are:

• Your total account funds cannot exceed 500 USD or equivalent.
• The total amount added or withdrawn in a 24-hour period is limited to 500 USD or equivalent.
• The total amount added or withdrawn in a 12-month period is limited to 5,000 USD or equivalent.

Funds cannot be withdrawn as cash and are lost if your account is deleted. It’s recommended to use your balance regularly.