Fortnite V-Bucks Increase March 19, 2026

Fortnite V-Bucks will cost less in quantity for the same price starting March 19, 2026. Epic Games says rising operating costs force adjustments to V-Bucks packs and related items.

Fortnite V-Bucks packs: what changes on March 19

Epic will reduce the amount of V-Bucks included in paid packs while keeping pack prices. Example pack changes (EUR retail tiers reported):

• €8.99 pack: 1000 → 800 V-Bucks.
• €22.99 pack: 2800 → 2400 V-Bucks.
• €36.99 pack: 5000 → 4500 V-Bucks.
• €89.99 pack: 13,500 → 12,500 V-Bucks.

These adjustments mean players buying the same-priced pack receive fewer V-Bucks starting March 19. The company attributes the move to increased costs of running Fortnite.

Fortnite V-Bucks and Battle Pass / Crew adjustments

The Battle Pass price and rewards also change: the pass will cost 800 V-Bucks and now grants 800 V-Bucks on completion (previously cost 1,000 and rewarded 1,000 + 500 bonus). The Battle Bundle is adjusted (example: goes from 2,800 to 2,600 V-Bucks). Fortnite Crew subscribers will see monthly V-Bucks drop from 1,000 to 800.

Why Fortnite V-Bucks are rising and what to consider

Epic states the change covers higher maintenance and operating costs. For players this means:

• Less in-game currency per euro/dollar spent.
• Battle Pass still reachable by playing (800 back covers next pass cost).
• Consider timing purchases before March 19 if you want maximum V-Bucks for money.

Epic's shift is part of broader industry price adjustments. Will you buy V-Bucks before March 19, 2026, or wait to see seasonal bundles? That choice now affects how far your money goes in Fortnite.