V Bucks are the in-game currency of Fortnite the popular battle royale and creative game from Epic Games. You can use V Bucks to buy new customization items like outfits gliders pickaxes emotes wraps and the latest season’s battle pass. You can also gift V Bucks to your friends or family members who play Fortnite on any supported device.
But how do you redeem V Bucks on Xbox One? If you have a V Bucks card that you bought from a retail store or a digital code that you received as a gift or a reward you need to follow some simple steps to add the V Bucks to your account. In this article we will show you how to redeem V Bucks on Xbox One using different methods.
Quick answer:
To redeem V Bucks on Xbox One you need to have a valid Epic Games account and download Fortnite on your console. Then you can either:
- Go to fortnite.com/vbuckscard on any web browser sign in with your Epic Games account enter your V Bucks card or code and select Xbox One as your platform.
- Go to the Microsoft Store on your Xbox One search for Fortnite – 1000 V-Bucks select Buy as gift and enter the email address associated with your Epic Games account.
- Launch Fortnite on your Xbox One go to the Item Shop or the Battle Pass tab select the amount of V-Bucks you want to buy and confirm your purchase with your Microsoft account balance or a payment method.
Method 1: Redeem a V Bucks card or code online
If you have a physical V Bucks card that you bought from a retail store or a digital code that you received as a gift or a reward you can redeem it online using any web browser. Here are the steps to follow:
- Go to fortnite.com/vbuckscard on your web browser.
- Sign in with your Epic Games account. If you don’t have one you can create one for free.
- Scratch off the back of your V Bucks card and enter your PIN code with no dashes. Or enter your digital code if you have one.
- Click Next.
- Select Xbox One as the platform you want to redeem the V Bucks card or code on and then click Next.
- Confirm your details and click Confirm.
- Launch Fortnite on your Xbox One and enjoy your V Bucks.
Method 2: Buy V Bucks as a gift from the Microsoft Store
If you don’t have a V Bucks card or code but you want to buy some V Bucks for yourself or someone else who plays Fortnite on Xbox One you can do so from the Microsoft Store on your console. Here are the steps to follow:
- Go to the Microsoft Store on your Xbox One.
- Search for Fortnite – 1000 V-Bucks (or any other amount of V-Bucks you want to buy).
- Select Buy as gift.
- Enter the email address associated with your Epic Games account (or the recipient’s Epic Games account if you are buying for someone else).
- Confirm your purchase with your Microsoft account balance or a payment method.
- Check your email for a confirmation message and a digital code.
- Go to fortnite.com/vbuckscard on any web browser and follow the steps in Method 1 to redeem your code.
Can Xbox Live Gold be used to purchase V Bucks on Xbox One?
Yes, Xbox Live Gold can be used to purchase V-Bucks on Xbox One. You can buy Xbox Live Gold and then use it to get V-Bucks, the in-game currency for Fortnite, and other games on the Xbox platform.
Method 3: Buy V Bucks from Fortnite
If you want to buy V Bucks directly from Fortnite using your Microsoft account balance or a payment method you can do so from the game itself. Here are the steps to follow:
- Launch Fortnite on your Xbox One.
- Go to the Item Shop or the Battle Pass tab in the game menu.
- Select the amount of V-Bucks you want to buy (from 1000 to 13500).
- Confirm your purchase with your Microsoft account balance or a payment method.
- Enjoy your V Bucks.
FAQs:
- Q: What are V Bucks?
- A: V Bucks are the in-game currency of Fortnite that can be used to buy new customization items like outfits gliders pickaxes emotes wraps and the latest season’s battle pass.
- Q: How much do V Bucks cost?
- A: The price of V Bucks varies depending on the amount and the platform you buy them from. On Xbox One you can buy 1000 V-Bucks for $9.99 2800 V-Bucks for $24.99 5000 V-Bucks for $39.99 or 13500 V-Bucks for $99.99. You can also get some bonus V Bucks when you buy larger bundles.
- Q: Can I use V Bucks on other devices?
- A: Yes you can use V Bucks on any device that supports Fortnite as long as you use the same Epic Games account. However some items that you buy with V Bucks may not be available on all devices due to platform exclusivity or compatibility issues.
- Q: Can I transfer V Bucks to another account?
- A: No you cannot transfer V Bucks to another account. V Bucks are tied to your Epic Games account and cannot be moved or withdrawn.
- Q: Can I get free V Bucks?
- A: The only legitimate way to get free V Bucks is by playing Fortnite and earning them through the game modes. You can get free V Bucks by completing challenges leveling up your battle pass or participating in events. You should avoid any website or app that claims to give you free V Bucks as they are likely scams or malware.
- Q: How can I check my V Bucks balance?
- A: You can check your V Bucks balance by launching Fortnite and looking at the top right corner of the screen. You can also check your V Bucks balance by going to epicgames.com/account and signing in with your Epic Games account.
Redeeming V Bucks on Xbox One is easy and convenient. You can use a V Bucks card or code that you bought from a retail store or received as a gift or a reward buy V Bucks as a gift from the Microsoft Store or buy V Bucks from Fortnite using your Microsoft account balance or a payment method. You can use V Bucks to buy new customization items like outfits gliders pickaxes emotes wraps and the latest season’s battle pass.