What is Epic Online Services?

Epic Online Services are free, cross-platform services that make it easier and faster for developers to successfully launch, operate, and scale high-quality games. As a game developer ourselves, we've tackled numerous hard problems over the years.

Why do I need to install Epic Online Services?

The Epic Games Launcher is now using Epic Online Services natively to assist with updating, as well as keep cross-platform and social features up-to-date for integrated games. With this change, the Epic Games Launcher will need to install a local Epic Online Services component as a prerequisite.

Is Epic Online Services mandatory?

With the release of the Epic Games Launcher 13.0. 0 update, Epic is now requiring all users to install the Epic Online Services as a prerequisite for using the launcher.

How do I connect to Epic Online Service?

Go to the Epic Games Store. Click Sign In. Sign in to your Epic Games Account.

Why does it say you are not connected to Epic Online Services?

Check the Epic Games Server Status page to make sure all systems are operational. If the issue you're experiencing is related to an outage or system-wide issue, you won't be able to connect to the Epic Games Launcher or Fortnite until it's resolved.

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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 happens if you uninstall Epic Games launcher?

Note: If you have games like Fortnite Battle Royale Game then uninstalling the Epic Games Launcher removes all installed games from your PC, much like uninstalling Windows 10. Your Epic Games account is not deleted.

How do I stop Epic Games from running in the background?

Why do I need an epic 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 you need Epic Games?

Technically you still need to install games through the epic launcher, Galaxy 2.0 just provides a centralized library to launch from. And yeah, if the game has DRM requiring the Epic Games launcher to run, it'll still need to be installed to launch as well.

Why not to use Epic?

The Epic Games Store has very aggressive, anti-consumer business practices; and quite a poorly put-together digital storefront that a lot of people do not trust with their data. There are a few Steam fanboys out there who are merely brand loyal, but that doesn't make the above any less true.

Why is Epic asking for my email?

Verifying the email address on your Epic Games account helps keep your account secure.

Is Epic Games safe to install?

yes. You aren't going to get an unsafe download from the company that owns the games, and they often will offer AAA titles for free for a limited time. I have dozens of games in my library that I got for free, such as Dishonored.

Why is Epic asking for my credit card?

While this process is done to protect the youngest users on the internet, the two companies require adults to put in either a credit card number or the last four digits of their social security numbers to verify their kids' accounts.

Why is Epic Games taking up so much CPU?

Epic Games Launcher's high CPU consumption can result from an in-app bug or glitch. If the system doesn't feature the latest graphics driver update, you're most likely to face the problem in the question. The launcher will consume a lot of CPU memory due to the compatibility issue with other installed applications.

What is Epic Games on my computer?

The Epic Games Store is a storefront for games available via the web and built into Epic Games' launcher application. Both web and application allow players to purchase games, while through the launcher the player can install and keep their games up to date.

Why can't i delete Epic Games from my computer?

Agra press Windows key + i and go to Applications; Select EpicGamesLauncher from the list and select Uninstall; Check if you can now uninstall the app; Hope this helps, see you soon!

Will uninstalling Epic Games delete progress?

No all your progress is saved to your epic games account and uninstalling the game won't delete any progress or data.

How do I know if I have a Epic Games account?

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 monthly for Epic Games?

Recurring $11.99 subscription fee charged monthly until cancelled. You can cancel anytime. See Subscription Terms for complete details, including how to cancel.

How much does Epic take?

88%/12% Revenue Split.

What happens when you link an epic account?

Linking an Epic account to your Nintendo Account allows you to access cross-play features within certain games where they are available. If you don't choose to create a full account, an account will still be created with Epic using the display information that you choose.