Where can I learn more about the changes to cheating offenses?

In April 2025, we moved to a one-year matchmaking ban for first-time cheating offenses, allowing former cheaters to learn from their mistakes while still punishing and deterring cheating. A second offense will result in a lifetime ban.

This means for the duration of their first ban, players are able to log in and text/voice chat with other players, but can’t matchmake into Epic- or creator-made experiences, or spectate other players.

As part of rolling out this policy, existing lifetime cheating bans that have been in effect for more than a year were lifted.

If you would like to learn more about these changes, check out our blog here (Opens in a new tab).