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==Installation== | ==Installation== | ||
{{ii}} Download and run the latest Epic Games Launcher installer from [https://launcher-public-service-prod06.ol.epicgames.com/launcher/api/installer/download/EpicGamesLauncherInstaller.msi here]. | {{ii}} Download and run the latest Epic Games Launcher installer from [https://launcher-public-service-prod06.ol.epicgames.com/launcher/api/installer/download/EpicGamesLauncherInstaller.msi here]. | ||
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+ | ==Cloud saves== | ||
+ | Introduced on July 25, 2019, the feature allows for uploading of locally stored save files and synchronization with the Epic Games servers for cloud storage. Automatic save files uploading is enabled by default in the [[List of games that support Epic Games Store save game cloud syncing|supported games]]. | ||
+ | {{ii}} To check games for cloud saves support, look for the '''Enable cloud save''' toggle by opening the gear menu next to the game launch button. | ||
+ | {{ii}} To manually '''force upload''', click on '''Sync data now''' from the gear menu next to the game launch button. | ||
+ | {{ii}} At the conflict prompt, | ||
+ | * Selecting the '''Download to machine''' option will download the files stored on the Epic Games servers, completely '''overwriting''' the files on the local computer. | ||
+ | * Selecting the '''Upload to cloud''' option will upload the locally stored files to the Epic Games servers. | ||
+ | ::When unsure, manually backing up the locally stored save files by copying them to a different location, then choosing the '''Download to machine''' option allows to have both on the local computer. | ||
==Issues fixed== | ==Issues fixed== |
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Developers | |
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Epic Games | |
Release dates | |
Windows | December 6, 2018 |
macOS (OS X) | December 6, 2018 |
For a list of games, see games using Epic Games Launcher DRM.
Key points
- DRM: Digital distribution platform with an accompanying client required for downloading games. No store-wide DRM is used - developers are free to provide their own solutions.[1]
- Two-factor authentication: app authenticator or email.
- Many games can be started without the Epic Games launcher by creating a shortcut and adding the
-EpicPortal
command line argument.
General information
- List of games available on Epic Games Store
- Official Website
- Official Website - News
- Official Support
- Official Roadmap and Patch Notes
- EpicData.Info - Unofficial database
Installation
- Download and run the latest Epic Games Launcher installer from here.
Cloud saves
Introduced on July 25, 2019, the feature allows for uploading of locally stored save files and synchronization with the Epic Games servers for cloud storage. Automatic save files uploading is enabled by default in the supported games.
- To check games for cloud saves support, look for the Enable cloud save toggle by opening the gear menu next to the game launch button.
- To manually force upload, click on Sync data now from the gear menu next to the game launch button.
- At the conflict prompt,
- Selecting the Download to machine option will download the files stored on the Epic Games servers, completely overwriting the files on the local computer.
- Selecting the Upload to cloud option will upload the locally stored files to the Epic Games servers.
- When unsure, manually backing up the locally stored save files by copying them to a different location, then choosing the Download to machine option allows to have both on the local computer.
Issues fixed
Launcher UI elements misplaced
Clear the web cache[2][3] |
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References
- ↑ Game Informer - Tim Sweeney Answers Questions About The New Epic Games Store - last accessed on 2019-09-03
- "Does the store use any style of digital right management, and can players play these games offline or is an internet connection required?
We do not have any store-wide DRM. Developers are free to use their own DRM solutions if they choose."
- "Does the store use any style of digital right management, and can players play these games offline or is an internet connection required?
- ↑ Probelm with Epic games UI - last accessed on 2019-08-01
- ↑ Epic launcher white screen - last accessed on 2019-08-01