Epic Games settles lawsuit against former contractor accused of leaking Fortnite information

Epic Games has settled a court case against Hayden Cohen, a former contractor accused of leaking confidential Fortnite information. The case began in March when Epic discovered that Cohen was breaching non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) by disclosing unannounced content, including skins and in-game events. Cohen had signed documentation in September 2025 prohibiting him from discussing unrevealed aspects of the battle royale. According to PCGamesN, the leaker shared information about upcoming collaborations and updates before their official announcements. The exact terms of the settlement were not disclosed, including any potential damages or additional restrictions. This was one of the most high-profile cases involving Fortnite content leakers, highlighting how game studios work to protect surprises and exclusives before official launches.