Epic Games Refunds Fortnite Cosmetics Tied to Arrested Singer

On April 29th, Epic Games just dropped refunds for all Fortnite cosmetics tied to singer David after his arrest on murder charges.

Players can grab their money back right away through self-service or by hitting up support.

David, real name David Anthony Burke, got nabbed on April 16th when cops found the remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in his.

The teen have been missing since April 2024, with her body turning up in September 2025.

Burke faces charges that can land him life in prison if he's convicted.

Gamers hit back hard, blasting Epic for keeping the items on sale amid the news.

The community backlash bill for days, pushing the company to finally step up and offer those refunds.

Streaming services and record labels already yank David's music after the arrest, and now gaming's catching up.

Burke's team says he pleaded not guilty, swearing the evidence clears him, but the case is still unfolding as prosecutors push forward.