Do I need an Epic account to play Fortnite?

You need an Epic account to sign in to and play Fortnite on any platform. There are a variety of ways to create or link Epic accounts to various gaming platforms and services.

Why do you need an Epic game account?

Similar to signing in with email or social media accounts, you can use your Epic Account to verify your identity and connect with your friends through gaming-related third-party products or services, including websites, games, and apps.

Do I need an Epic account to play Fortnite on PS4?

If you don't have an Epic account tied to your system (or don't have one at all), you'll need to make one and link it to your PS4. We go into more detail on how to link your Fortnite Epic account here.

Is your Fortnite account the same as your Epic account?

Yes. As long as you've linked your Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Switch or Mobile account to your Epic Games account, any content you purchased (except V-Bucks) and progress you make is accessible across all platforms. Note: Each console/platform must be linked to the same Epic Games account.

Will I lose everything on Fortnite if I delete my Epic account?

This process deletes all purchases, in-game progress, and items associated with your Epic Games account. When you log in, the ACCOUNT SETTINGS page displays. Scroll to the DELETE ACCOUNT section and click the DELETE ACCOUNT button.

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Can I separate my Fortnite account from Epic Games?

Visit your Connected Accounts page. Click REMOVE below the console or platform account you want to unlink.

Why is Epic Games asking for my ID?

Why do you need my personal information to verify my identity? If a player indicates they are a child, privacy laws may require a parent or guardian to provide permission for them to access an online game or service that collects personal information.

What account do I need to play Fortnite on PS4?

How much does Epic account cost?

Opening an EPIC Account – $130.

Do I automatically have an Epic Games account?

Your console account is linked to a nameless account

This means that when you first played on your console, you selected not to register an Epic Games account, and an Epic Games account was automatically created for you using your console log-in credentials.

Is an Epic account free?

Yes, of course! Epic Online Services are available to you for free at any time, so you can always implement a few and see how well they work for your team, and whether they help you achieve your goals for your game.

What account does Fortnite use?

Locating your Epic Account ID in Fortnite

Select settings after clicking on the gear icon. Select the account page. Your Epic Account ID can be found under the Account Info.

Do you have to pay for a Fortnite account?

The free part of Fortnite is the Battle Royale game and all the spin-off modes that come with it.

Can a child account play Fortnite?

If a player indicates they are under 13 or their country's age of digital consent, whichever is higher, their account will be a Cabined Account and they will be asked to provide a parent or guardian's email address in order to receive consent to access certain features in Epic's products.

What do you need to log in to Fortnite?

Do you need online to play Fortnite?

Fortnite is a completely online experience. There is no offline mode available.

How can my son play Fortnite on PS4?

On PS4 - go to Settings and select Parental Controls/Family Management. Select Add Family Member and enter your child's information and restrictions.

Is Epic ID important?

EPIC Identification Form (EIF) The EPIC Identification Form (EIF) is required by ECFMG to confirm that you are the individual who created the EPIC Account. You must have a valid EIF on file to upload credentials to EPIC and to request verification reports for your verified credentials.

Is it safe to give Epic Games your SSN?

Since the information goes directly to Epic Games, users' details should be considered safe and secure.

What happens if I delete my Epic Games account?

If you decide to delete your account, you'll lose all of your data and information on Epic Games, including your games, purchases, in-game content, game progress, and other data that was tied to your Epic Games account.

Can I have 2 Epic accounts with the same email?

Since Epic Games only permits one account per email address, you should have different logins for your Switch account and PlayStation account.

Can two people use the same Fortnite account at the same time?

Once both controllers are connected, the first player needs to invite the second player to select their account. Once signed into their account, the second player will appear in the lobby and split-screen mode will automatically turn on when you start a game.

Do you need two Epic Games accounts to play Fortnite split screen?

Getting a friend to join in on the fun is an easy process, and it follows the same steps for all compatible consoles. Before you start, however, make sure you have a second account and controller available for your buddy to use.