FORTNITE

FORTNITE

MINIMUM AGE: 12+
 
WHAT IS IT?
100 players leap out of a plane on to a small island and then fight to the death until only one is left. You can talk to other players using public, private and voice chat.

• Season 6 - Chapter 2, to launch 15th March 2021. 

WHAT WE SAY:
Treat with caution.
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• The content of this game is not a massive issue - although unadvisable for young children.
• There is a lot of chat with strangers within the game, so a good idea to talk to children about disabling the chat altogether.
• A very addictive game, due to it's repetitive nature, so time limits are highly recommended.

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SAFETY TIPS TO CONSIDER:

• Make sure you check out Fortnites parental controls.
• Safer to have private parties with just friends than playing with strangers.
• Fortnite has a range of parental tools which let you control things like filters on mature language and disabling voice chat.

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• Make sure that children and young people always use their device in a room whereby adults are present.
• Discuss 'friends' - there is no such thing as an 'internet friend'. Encourage children and young people to only engage with other users whom adults know in the 'real-world', and that they know and trust.
• Use protection settings, such as time limitations, or only allow social media usage with parental guidance.
• Outline clear rules for your children. Pay attention to their development. As they get older, they should generally be given more freedom.
• Communication will also become more important as children get older. Explain that you are not trying to control them but want to agree upon a set of ground rules.
• Try to stay up-to-date on Internet trends and best practices.
• Talk to your children about the risks of disclosing personal data.
• Have open discussions with children and young people about the topics associated with online use - bullying, grooming, sexual and criminal exploitation, body image, as well as accessing support and how to report. 

FURTHER SUPPORT:
For parents/ carers If you're worried about your child or need support call NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. 

If you discover criminal content when online then report it directly to the police or the Internet Watch Foundation. 

If you're worried about online grooming or sexual behaviour online then report directly to the police or contact CEOP. 

For Children & young people if they're worried or want to talk, encourage them to contact Childline Online or call 0800 1111. 

Check out our Resource Centre for further information and useful online safety tips.

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