FaZe Jarvis Unbanned From Fortnite After Nearly 5 Years
- Sahil Mankar
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Jarvis Khattri, better known as FaZe Jarvis, is officially unbanned from Fortnite—ending one of the most high-profile cheating bans in the game’s history.
The British content creator was originally banned back in November 2019 after he uploaded a YouTube video using aimbot software in a match. While he played on a secondary account and intended the content to be educational or entertaining, Epic Games didn’t see it that way. Their zero-tolerance policy on cheating led to a permanent ban, sparking massive debate across the community.
At just 17 years old, Jarvis was effectively made an example by Epic Games. The ban was upheld even after he deleted the video and issued an emotional apology online. Twitch also followed suit, suspending him from the platform for four years.
A Controversial Past, A Second Chance
Despite the ban, Jarvis grew into one of the biggest gaming creators on YouTube, amassing over 5 million subscribers. And now, on June 6, 2025, Epic Games has officially reversed the lifetime ban—thanks to a policy change announced earlier this year.
In February 2025, Epic updated its enforcement rules, stating that any lifetime cheating bans older than a year would be lifted starting in April. Offenders would instead face a one-year matchmaking ban on their main accounts, effectively giving them a second chance—under strict conditions.
Jarvis Marks His Return With a Courtroom Skit
To celebrate the end of his ban, Jarvis released a full-blown announcement video, complete with a mock courtroom drama, appearances from other streamers, and a dramatic reveal that he’s finally free to play Fortnite again.
“Hey, I'm never giving up,” he said in the video. “I'm not here to dodge what I've done. I know I made a terrible mistake. I'm here today to show that I've grown up and I want to prove to mostly myself that I'm more than one bad choice. All I'm asking for is a fair shot to show the world that I've really changed.”
"The ban is over but I have just begun."
He’s planning to return to streaming Fortnite on June 13, stepping into a very different game than the one he left behind. Back when he was banned, Zero Build, UEFN, LEGO Fortnite, and Fortnite Festival didn’t even exist. Now, he’s reentering a transformed Fortnite universe—one that has evolved dramatically over the years.
What This Means for Fortnite and Content Creators
Jarvis' return highlights how Epic is softening its approach to older infractions while still maintaining a strict anti-cheat environment. It also opens the door for other banned players to possibly return—provided they meet the criteria.
It’s also a reminder of how influential Fortnite remains, even after all these years. A single player’s unban becomes a headline event—and one that will surely draw viewers when Jarvis goes live again.