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Why can't i download games on Epic Games?

If you can't install or access games in the Epic Games Launcher, your antivirus program might be interfering. We have confirmed that one such antivirus program is 360 Total Security, but others may also be affected.
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How do I fix Epic Games installation error?

Reinstalling your game may resolve the issue.
  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. Click on the Library.
  3. Locate your game and click on the three dots next to it.
  4. Click on Uninstall.
  5. Once the uninstall completes, click on the game to begin the installation process again.
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Why are my games not available on Epic Games?

Refresh Library: Click the Refresh icon to update the library view. You have logged into the wrong Epic Games account: If you're logged into the wrong Epic Games account, you will not see the games that were previously available. Make sure you're using the correct Epic Games account.
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Why is Epic Games not letting me purchase?

If you received an error message that you've been blocked from making purchases, in most cases, waiting 24 hours to try again will resolve the issue. Be sure to check that your payment information is entered correctly after this time has passed.
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How do you download a game on Epic Games?

How do I install a game using the Epic Games Launcher?
  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. Go to your Library.
  3. Find the game you want to install and click it.
  4. Select the installation directory you wish to use, and then click Install.
  5. Once the download is complete, you can click the icon to launch the game.
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Where to install Epic Games?

Visit the Epic Games website. Click Download in the upper right corner. The installer file for the Launcher should start downloading automatically. If it doesn't, click the button that corresponds with your platform to manually begin the download.
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How do I install Epic Games online?

How to install
  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher and sign in with your Epic Games account.
  2. An Install Epic Online Services prompt will appear.
  3. Click OK.
  4. If you are prompted with a User Access Control window, allow the app to make changes. ...
  5. Wait for the Epic Online Services to install.
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Why won t Epic Games accept my debit card?

Check your payment details for typos, ensuring you have the correct information in each field such as the expiration date and CVV. If that doesn't resolve your issue please contact your card issuing bank directly and verify you're entering your payment method information exactly as is recorded with your bank.
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Can Epic Games ban you for buying accounts?

Yes, if Epic decides that they believe you've bought an account.
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Did Epic stop giving free games?

Nestled among the stats in the Epic Games Store 2022 Year in Review blog post (opens in new tab) that went up today is some expected but pleasant news: Epic isn't done giving away free games. "Our weekly Free Games Program will continue in 2023," the company wrote.
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Why do games in my epic Library say unavailable?

This error usually means that your game is in the process of being updated. Once the update is released and downloaded you should be able to launch the game without any problems.
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Is Epic Games not doing free games anymore?

One of the hallmarks of the Epic Games Store is its regular offerings of free games, and the company confirmed in a blog post that it will continue give games away in 2022.
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How do I fix a failed installation?

  1. Make sure that your device has enough space. ...
  2. Run Windows Update a few times. ...
  3. Check third-party drivers and download any updates. ...
  4. Unplug extra hardware. ...
  5. Check Device Manager for errors. ...
  6. Remove third-party security software. ...
  7. Repair hard-drive errors. ...
  8. Do a clean restart into Windows.
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Why is Epic Games saying error?

This error message means that you are attempting to link a console account to an Epic account that already has another console of the same type linked to it. This might get this error because you logged into the wrong console account, or you logged into a console account that you do not use with Epic Games.
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Are Epic Games server down?

Epic Games Public Status. We will be undergoing scheduled maintenance during this time. No incidents reported today.
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How do I activate games on Epic Games Store?

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Hover your mouse over your name in the top right corner and click Redeem Code. Enter the code, and then click Redeem. Note: You should receive a message that the code was successfully redeemed and the game should be available in your Epic Games Launcher Library.
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Why did Fortnite get sued for $500 million?

The FTC claims that Epic illegally collected personal information from Fortnite players under the age of 13 without parental consent, enabled voice and text chat by default, and exposed teens to "dangerous and psychologically traumatizing issues such as suicide."
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Is the Fortnite lawsuit real?

Epic Games has reached a settlement agreement in a Canadian class action case related to loot box purchases in Fortnite and Rocket League. To learn more about the class action settlement, please visit epiclootboxsettlement.ca.
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What cards does Epic Games accept?

The easiest way to pay is via credit card at www.getepic.com. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. (We also accept international credit cards outside of the United States!) We also accept most prepaid credit cards with a Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express logo.
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Does Epic Games need Internet?

Enabling offline mode in Epic Games allows you to play single-player-only games without an internet connection.
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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.
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How do I install Epic Games on Fortnite?

Install Fortnite using the Epic Games Launcher
  1. Start the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. Log in to your Epic Games account.
  3. Click Store.
  4. Type Fortnite in the search box, and then press Enter.
  5. Click the Fortnite store tile.
  6. Click GET to download Fortnite for FREE!
  7. Go to your Library, and then click Fortnite.
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How old do you have to be to use Epic Games?

When a player under 13 or under the age of digital consent in their country, whichever is higher, creates an Epic account, their account will be a Cabined Account until they receive a parent or guardian's permission to access additional features or services across Epic's games and products.
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