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'''Key points'''
 
'''Key points'''
{{ii}} [[DRM]]: Digital distribution platform including a client required for downloading games. No store-wide DRM is used - developers are free to utilize the [[Digital_rights_management_(DRM)#Epic_Online_Services|Epic Online Services]] SDK for integrating Epic services into games, or provide their own DRM solutions.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/2018/12/04/tim-sweeney-answers-questions-about-the-new-epic-games-store|title=Game Informer - Tim Sweeney Answers Questions About The New Epic Games Store|date=2019-09-03|snippet=Does the store use any style of digital right management, and can players play these games offline or is an internet connection required?<br>We do not have any store-wide DRM. Developers are free to use their own DRM solutions if they choose.}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dev.epicgames.com/services|title=Epic Online Services|date=2019-11-09}}</ref>
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{{ii}} [[DRM]]: Digital distribution platform including a client required for downloading games. No store-wide DRM is used - developers are free to provide their own DRM solutions and utilize the [[Digital_rights_management_(DRM)#Epic_Online_Services|Epic Online Services]] SDK for integrating Epic services into the games.<ref>{{Refsnip|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/2018/12/04/tim-sweeney-answers-questions-about-the-new-epic-games-store|title=Game Informer - Tim Sweeney Answers Questions About The New Epic Games Store|date=2019-09-03|snippet=Does the store use any style of digital right management, and can players play these games offline or is an internet connection required?<br>We do not have any store-wide DRM. Developers are free to use their own DRM solutions if they choose.}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dev.epicgames.com/services|title=Epic Online Services|date=2019-11-09}}</ref>
 
{{ii}} Two-factor authentication: [https://epicgames.helpshift.com/a/epic-accounts/?s=epic-accounts&f=what-is-two-factor-authentication-2fa-and-how-do-i-opt-in&l=en app authenticator or email].
 
{{ii}} Two-factor authentication: [https://epicgames.helpshift.com/a/epic-accounts/?s=epic-accounts&f=what-is-two-factor-authentication-2fa-and-how-do-i-opt-in&l=en app authenticator or email].
{{++}} Some games can be started without the Epic Games launcher by creating a shortcut and adding the {{code|-EpicPortal}} [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]].
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{{++}} Some games can be started without the Epic Games Launcher by creating a shortcut and adding the {{code|-EpicPortal}} [[Glossary:Command line arguments|command line argument]].
  
 
'''General information'''
 
'''General information'''
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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].
 
==Offline Sign-In==
 
Introduced 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 first 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 require a constant internet connection or proof of ownership.<ref>{{Refcheck|user=Ultragamer2004|date=2020-07-06|comment=}}</ref>
 
  
 
==Cloud saves==
 
==Cloud saves==
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* Selecting the '''Upload to cloud''' option will upload the locally stored files to the Epic Games servers.
 
* 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.
 
::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.
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==Offline mode==
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Released on February 14, 2019 and expanded on June 16, 2020, the feature enables users to sign into their Epic Games Launcher without an internet connection.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/news/launcher-offline-mode|title=Offline Mode and Free Game Pop-Up|date=2020-07-24}}</ref>
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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.
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==Epic Online Services==
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'''Epic Online Services''' (EOS) is a suite of cross-platform game services available to third-party developers for free and open to any engine, platform, or store.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dev.epicgames.com/en-US/services|title=Epic Online Services|date=2020-07-15}}</ref>
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In December 2018, Epic Games announced that during 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 was 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 have been implemented in games like [[Satisfactory]], [[Dauntless]], and [[Borderlands 3]].
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The Epic Online Services SDK has been extended with an in-game overlay that allowed in-app purchases in 2019, followed by the addition of an in-game social overlay and achievements in the summer of 2020.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://dev.epicgames.com/docs/services/en-US/Overlay/index.html|title=Epic Online Services Documentation - EOS Overlay|date=2020-07-16}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://twitter.com/EpicGames/status/1288520483147833346|title=|date=2020-08-04}}</ref> Accessible with {{key|Shift|F3}}, the social system allows players to join or invite friends in games without relying on their multiplayer user interfaces.
  
 
==Issues fixed==
 
==Issues fixed==
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==Other information==
 
==Other information==
 
===Move or back up existing game installation===
 
===Move or back up existing game installation===
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{{Fixbox|description=Move an existing game installation to a new folder or drive|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.howtogeek.com/404999/how-to-move-fortnite-to-another-folder-drive-or-pc/|title=How to Move Fortnite to Another Folder, Drive, or PC|date=2020-04-02}}</ref><ref>{{Refcheck|user=Rose|date=2020-04-02|comment=}}</ref><ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/epic-games-store-c73/launcher-support-c82/can-the-epic-games-launcher-detect-previously-installed-games-a3820|title=Workaround for detecting previous game installs|date=2020-07-06}}</ref>|fix=
 
# Locate and rename (or copy) the original game folder.
 
# Locate and rename (or copy) the original game folder.
 
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# Uninstall the game within Epic Games Launcher.
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Revision as of 21:05, 4 August 2020

Epic Games Store
Epic Games Store cover
Developers
Epic Games
Release dates
Windows December 6, 2018
macOS (OS X) December 6, 2018
Epic Games Store at Wikipedia
Stores
Amazon
Battle.net
Bethesda.net
Discord
Epic Games Store
FireFlower Games
GamersGate
Games for Windows - LIVE
Gamesplanet
GOG.com
Green Man Gaming
Humble Store
Itch.io
Kartridge
Mac App Store
Meta Store
Microsoft Store
Origin
Rockstar Games Launcher
Steam
Ubisoft Connect
Viveport
ZOOM Platform

Key points

DRM: Digital distribution platform including a client required for downloading games. No store-wide DRM is used - developers are free to provide their own DRM solutions and utilize the Epic Online Services SDK for integrating Epic services into the games.[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.

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.

Offline mode

Released on February 14, 2019 and expanded on June 16, 2020, the feature enables users to sign into their Epic Games Launcher without an internet connection.[3]

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.

Epic Online Services

Epic Online Services (EOS) is a suite of cross-platform game services available to third-party developers for free and open to any engine, platform, or store.[4]

In December 2018, Epic Games announced that during 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 was released, consisting of game analytics and player ticketing.[6] Throughout 2019, these services have been implemented in games like Satisfactory, Dauntless, and Borderlands 3.

The Epic Online Services SDK has been extended with an in-game overlay that allowed in-app purchases in 2019, followed by the addition of an in-game social overlay and achievements in the summer of 2020.[7][8] Accessible with Shift+F3, the social system allows players to join or invite friends in games without relying on their multiplayer user interfaces.

Issues fixed

Launcher UI elements misplaced

Clear the web cache[9][10]
  1. Close the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. Go to %LOCALAPPDATA%\EpicGamesLauncher\Saved\
  3. Remove the webcache folder.

Other information

Move or back up existing game installation

Move an existing game installation to a new folder or drive[11][12][13]
  1. Locate and rename (or copy) the original game folder.
  2. Uninstall the game within Epic Games Launcher.
  3. Start installing the game and select the desired target location.
  4. Pause the installation process.
  5. Fully close Epic Games Launcher.
  6. Copy or move the contents of the original folder (including .egstore) into the newly created folder.
  7. Start the launcher and resume the installation process.

System requirements

Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) 7 SP1
Processor (CPU) Intel Core 2 Duo
AMD Athlon II X2
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
DirectX 9.0c compatible
OS X
Minimum
Operating system (OS) 10.9 (Mavericks)
Processor (CPU) Intel Core 2 Duo
AMD Athlon II X2
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

  1. 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.
    "
  2. Epic Online Services - last accessed on 2019-11-09
  3. Offline Mode and Free Game Pop-Up - last accessed on 2020-07-24
  4. Epic Online Services - last accessed on 2020-07-15
  5. Epic - Epic 2019 cross-platform online services roadmap - last accessed on 2020-07-15
  6. Epic - Epic’s free Online Services launch for all game developers - last accessed on 2020-07-15
  7. Epic Online Services Documentation - EOS Overlay - last accessed on 2020-07-16
  8. [1] - last accessed on 2020-08-04
  9. Probelm with Epic games UI - last accessed on 2019-08-01
  10. Epic launcher white screen - last accessed on 2019-08-01
  11. How to Move Fortnite to Another Folder, Drive, or PC - last accessed on 2020-04-02
  12. Verified by User:Rose on 2020-04-02
  13. Workaround for detecting previous game installs - last accessed on 2020-07-06