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'''Epic Online Services''' is a suite of cross-platform game services available for third-party developers for free and open to any engine, platforms, or store.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dev.epicgames.com/en-US/services|title=Epic Online Services|date=2020-07-15}}</ref> | '''Epic Online Services''' is a suite of cross-platform game services available for third-party developers for free and open to any engine, platforms, or store.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dev.epicgames.com/en-US/services|title=Epic Online Services|date=2020-07-15}}</ref> | ||
− | In December 2018 Epic announced that throughout 2019 they were going to launch a large set of cross-platform game services for third-party developers based on services originally built for Fortnite.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/blog/epic-2019-cross-platform-online-services-roadmap|title=Epic - Epic 2019 cross-platform online services roadmap|date=2020-07-15}}</ref> In March 2018 the initial set of services were released, consisting of game analytics and player ticketing.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/blog/epic-s-free-online-services-launch-for-all-game-developers|title=Epic - Epic’s free Online Services launch for all game developers|date=2020-07-15}}</ref> Throughout 2019, these services would be implemented in games like [[Satisfactory]], [[Dauntless]], and [[Borderlands 3]]. | + | In December 2018 Epic announced that throughout 2019 they were going to launch a large set of cross-platform game services for third-party developers based on services originally built for Fortnite.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/blog/epic-2019-cross-platform-online-services-roadmap|title=Epic - Epic 2019 cross-platform online services roadmap|date=2020-07-15}}</ref> In March 2018 the initial set of services were released, consisting of game analytics and player ticketing.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/blog/epic-s-free-online-services-launch-for-all-game-developers|title=Epic - Epic’s free Online Services launch for all game developers|date=2020-07-15}}</ref> Throughout 2019, these services would be implemented in games like [[Satisfactory]], [[Dauntless]], and [[Borderlands 3]].<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dev.epicgames.com/docs/services/en-US/Overlay/index.html|title=EOS Overlay|date=2020-07-16}}</ref> |
In July 2020, an in-game overlay was introduced that enables the user to view and invite their EGS friends while in-game using the {{key|Shift|F3}} keyboard shortcut. The games that currently support this overlay are [[ARK: Survival Evolved]] and [[Killing Floor 2]]. | In July 2020, an in-game overlay was introduced that enables the user to view and invite their EGS friends while in-game using the {{key|Shift|F3}} keyboard shortcut. The games that currently support this overlay are [[ARK: Survival Evolved]] and [[Killing Floor 2]]. |
Revision as of 07:41, 16 July 2020
Developers | |
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Epic Games | |
Release dates | |
Windows | December 6, 2018 |
macOS (OS X) | December 6, 2018 |
Key points
- DRM: Digital distribution platform including a client required for downloading games. No store-wide DRM is used - developers are free to utilize the Epic Online Services SDK for integrating Epic services into games, or provide their own DRM solutions.[1][2]
- Two-factor authentication: app authenticator or email.
- Some 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.
Offline mode
Introduced on February 14, 2019 and expanded on June 16, 2020, the feature enables users to sign-in to their Epic Games Launcher even if they are not connected to the internet. This feature needs to be first enabled through the settings menu of the launcher for which a normal sign-in is required. After the feature is enabled by the user and the launcher is run without an internet connection, the user will be prompted to retry connection, skip sign-in or to continue in offline mode. The user can enter their Epic Username to go into offline mode. Using this feature, the user can play any offline only game which is installed on their machine. This feature does not work on games such as GTA 5 that use Epic Online Services or require a constant internet connection or proof of ownership.[3][dubious – discuss]
Epic Online Services
Epic Online Services is a suite of cross-platform game services available for third-party developers for free and open to any engine, platforms, or store.[4]
In December 2018 Epic announced that throughout 2019 they were going to launch a large set of cross-platform game services for third-party developers based on services originally built for Fortnite.[5] In March 2018 the initial set of services were released, consisting of game analytics and player ticketing.[6] Throughout 2019, these services would be implemented in games like Satisfactory, Dauntless, and Borderlands 3.[7]
In July 2020, an in-game overlay was introduced that enables the user to view and invite their EGS friends while in-game using the ⇧ Shift+F3 keyboard shortcut. The games that currently support this overlay are ARK: Survival Evolved and Killing Floor 2.
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 context menu next to the game launch button.
- To manually force upload, click on Sync data now from the context 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[8][9] |
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Other information
Move or back up existing game installation
Move an existing game installation to a new folder or drive[10][11][12] |
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System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | 7 SP1 | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo AMD Athlon II X2 |
Intel Core i5 AMD APU A4 |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 7800 GTX ATI Radeon HD 4650 Intel HD Graphics 4000 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | Nvidia GeForce GT 545 ATI Radeon HD 5550 1 GB of VRAM DirectX 11 compatible |
OS X | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.9 (Mavericks) | |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core 2 Duo AMD Athlon II X2 |
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System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 1.5 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce 7800 GTX ATI Radeon HD 4650 Intel HD Graphics 4000 512 MB of VRAM |
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?
- ↑ Epic Online Services - last accessed on 2019-11-09
- ↑ Verified by User:Ultragamer2004 on 2020-07-06
- ↑ Epic Online Services - last accessed on 2020-07-15
- ↑ Epic - Epic 2019 cross-platform online services roadmap - last accessed on 2020-07-15
- ↑ Epic - Epic’s free Online Services launch for all game developers - last accessed on 2020-07-15
- ↑ EOS Overlay - last accessed on 2020-07-16
- ↑ Probelm with Epic games UI - last accessed on 2019-08-01
- ↑ Epic launcher white screen - last accessed on 2019-08-01
- ↑ How to Move Fortnite to Another Folder, Drive, or PC - last accessed on 2020-04-02
- ↑ Verified by User:Rose on 2020-04-02
- ↑ Workaround for detecting previous game installs - last accessed on 2020-07-06