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How do I download the Epic Games launcher?

Download the Epic Games launcher:

  1. Go to any Epic Games product website, such as the Fortnite or Unreal Engine homepages.
  2. In the upper right corner, click Download.
  3. When prompted, log in with your existing account, or if you don’t have one, create an Epic account.
  • If you want to use the console or first-party account credentials, there are other log-in options.
  1. The launcher’s installer file should start downloading automatically. If not, please click the button corresponding to your platform to start the download manually.

 

How do I verify game files in the Epic Games Launcher?

 

Verifying your game files may often solve the installation damage problem that prevents you from playing the game.

To verify the installation of the game files, navigate to the game in the library and click on the three dots.

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Click Verify in the drop-down navigation.

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Depending on the size of the game, it may take several minutes to verify all files. When you are done the click Launch to start your game.

 

How to move an installed game from the Epic Games Launcher to another directory on your computer

If you install the game on your computer from the Epic Games Launcher, you can move it to another location using the following steps:

  1. Back up the games that you want to move on the computer.
    • Navigate to the game installation directory. (Default: C:\Program Files\Epic Games\[game name])
    • Copy this game folder to another location on your computer.
  2. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
  3. Click on the library.
  4. Find the game you want to move. Click the three dots next to it, and then click Uninstall.

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  1. After uninstalling the game, click on the game in the library to start the installation and select the new installation location where you want it to be located.
  2. After the download starts, after downloading 2-3%, click the three dots next to the game name, and then click Cancel installation.

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  1. Navigate to the game’s new installation directory and copy the backed-up game folder to this place. If you get a warning that you need to replace any duplicate files, click Replace to do so.
  2. Continue the installation process.
  3. After verifying the file, you should be able to start the game.

 

 How do I generate a System Information (MsInfo32) file in Windows?

The MSInfo32 File contains detailed information about computer hardware and background processes. Use the following steps to generate a system information file:

  1. Press the Windows key + R at the same time.
  2. Press Enter after typing MSInfo32. The system information window appears on the screen.
  3. In the system information window, click File.
  4. Select Save… from the drop-down option. The target file window will appear.
  5. Select a location to save the file. Choose a location for the File that is easy to find, such as the desktop.
  6. Name the File MSInfo32 by typing in the file name field.
  7. Click Save. The export process starts and may take a few minutes.
  8. Right-click the MSInfo32 File, then click Send to and select the compressed (zipped) folder.
  9. Find the zip file and attach it to your ticket response. The zip file will be the same location where you saved the MSInfo32 File.

 

Can the Epic Games Launcher detect previously installed games?

If you previously installed the game on your computer and deleted the Epic Games Launcher or reinstalled Windows, there is no function to detect game files in the Epic Games Launcher. However, there is a workaround to detect previously downloaded games:

 

  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. Go to your library.
  3. Start downloading games that are already on your hard drive.
  4. After a few seconds of downloading, the download is paused.
  5. Right-click, the tray icon in the lower right corner to exit the Epic Games Launcher and click Exit.
  6. Copy the existing game files to the directory where you started downloading (default: C:\Program Files\[gamename]\)
  7. Note: In the game, you installed earlier, delete the .egstore folder (if it exists) before copying the files to the new download directory.
  8. Launch the Epic Games Launcher.
  9. Start your game.
  • Note: You may have a small number of downloads, but your game should be able to start without downloading all the game files.

Note: This process is a workaround and may not apply to all games.

 

What is the scope of Epic Games technical support?

 

At Epic Games, Player Support provides technical support for all games and the Epic Games Launcher. Epic Games Player Support offers technical support for all Epic games and Epic Games Launcher.

 

It provides technical support for the following Epic Games products:

 

  • Epic game launcher
    • Problems downloading or installing the game
    • Functional issues (i.e., cloud save)
    • Error code
    • Problems connecting to the launcher

Note: If you encounter problems while using Windows Installer, don’t hesitate to contact Microsoft Support for assistance.

 

  • Fortnight
    • Collapse
    • Graphics problem
    • Connection problem (i.e., unable to connect)

 

They do not provide technical support products for the following products:

 

Because they only provide technical support for Epic Games products and Epic Games Launcher, if you need help with other games or products, please use the following link to get help:

 

Microsoft Windows/MacOS update issues or error messages

  • Contact Microsoft Support or Apple Support

 

ISP/latency issues

  • Contact your internet service provider’s support site

 

Third-party game crashes or issues

  • Contact the support site of the game developer

 

Third-party applications/add-ons

  • Contact the software manufacturer’s support site

 

Virtual machine environment

  • Contact the software manufacturer’s support site

 

Troubleshoot blue screen or kernel panic

  • Contact the system manufacturer’s support site or local computer technician

 

Hardware installation, troubleshooting, overclocking

  • Contact the system manufacturer’s support site or local computer technician

 

Overheating problem

  • Contact the support site of the system manufacturer

 

Troubleshoot specific router settings or failures

 

  • Contact the router manufacturer’s support site.

 

Troubleshoot specific third-party firewall or antivirus settings

  • Contact the software manufacturer’s support site.

 

Troubleshoot advanced service pack installation or BIOS update

  • Contact the support site of the system manufacturer

 

Recommendations for specific hardware replacement items to meet system requirements

  • Contact the support site of the system manufacturer or contact a local computer technician.

 

I can’t install the Epic Games Launcher

 

Unable to install on Windows

If you can’t download and launch the installer on Windows 10, try these steps. Since these are for Windows 10, they may be slightly different on other versions.

  1. Temporarily disable background applications. You can use the steps in this article to do this.
  2. Make sure you run the installer as an administrator on your computer.
    • Right-click the installer
    • Click Run as administrator.
    • Click Yes.

Make sure you have read/write acces

  1. Make sure you have read/write access to the selected installation path.
    • Navigate to the installation location of your choice.
    • Right-click the installation folder and click Properties.
    • Click the Security tab.
    • Click your user name in the group or user name box.
    • Verify that there is a check under “Allow” next to “Read” and “Write” in the “Permissions” box.
  2. Make sure your Windows is up to date.
  • Click Start.
  • Type Windows Update and press Enter
  • Click Check for updates.
  • Install any updates.

 

  1. Make sure your computer has the latest graphics driver.

Epic Games Launcher is unable to reinstall due to a previous installation.

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If you receive this error message, you can resolve this issue by running this tool from Microsoft. After running the troubleshooter, try to install the Epic Games Launcher again.

 

Epic Games Launcher Installation Fails or is Corrupted

If you cannot install or access the Epic Games Launcher, your antivirus program may be interfered with. We have confirmed that 360 Total Security is one such antivirus program, but other programs may also be affected.

 

The following steps are applicable when using 360 Total Security and may help other antivirus programs.​​​

  • Temporarily disable your antivirus software.
  • Run the Epic Games launcher installer.
  • After successfully installing the Epic Games launcher, re-enable your antivirus software.

 

How do I change the installation directory of the Epic Games Launcher?

If you want to change the installation location of Epic Games Launcher, you need to uninstall and reinstall it.

 

Note: Uninstalling Epic Games Launcher will delete all games installed on your computer. After reinstalling the Epic Games Launcher, you will be able to download any games that you own in your Epic Games account but have been deleted. If the game supports cloud saving, you will retain any progress you have made.

 

Windows 10

  • Click Start.
  • Type adds or removes programs and presses Enter.
  • Find Epic Games Launcher in the list of applications and click on it.
  • Click Uninstall.
  • Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the uninstall process.
  • After the uninstallation is complete, open your internet browser and go to the Epic Games Store.
  • Click Get Epic Games in the upper right corner to download the latest Epic Games Launcher installer.
  • Double-click the installer to start the installation process.
  • Follow the instructions on the screen and select the new installation directory when prompted.

 

Mac

After installing the Epic Games Launcher to the Applications folder, you can move it out to any other location by holding down the Command key and then clicking the Epic Games Launcher and dragging it to the place you want.

 

How do I run games in Offline Mode using the Epic Games Launcher?

Offline mode allows you to play games through the Epic Games Launcher without connecting to the Internet. Offline mode is an optional experience and needs to be enabled when you have an active connection.

 

  1. Click on Settings in the bottom left corner of your launcher.

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  1. Under the Preferences section, check the Enable Offline Mode Browsing box.

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How do I fix the “Msvcp140.dll is missing Windows” error?

If you receive this error message, you may need to reinstall Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables on your PC.  Restart your PC after the installation is complete.

If you continue to experience this error, we recommend that you contact Microsoft support because they will be able to help you.

 

Does GeForce NOW support games I own from the Epic Games Store?

 

Installing a game on GeForce NOW

Any games supported by GeForce NOW need to be downloaded through the Epic Games Launcher. You will be prompted to log in to verify that you own the game before you can install it on GeForce NOW. You also need to read and accept any license agreements part of the publisher’s standard download and installation experience.

 

What do I do if games are missing from my Epic Games Launcher library?

If you launch the Epic Games launcher and see that previously available games are no longer in your library, or you cannot download them, please do the following or check may help:

 

  • Restart the Epic Games Launcher: Try to restart the Epic Games Launcher using the steps here to resolve the issue.
  • Check Hide Game Library: There is an option in the Epic Games Launcher settings to hide your game library. Checking this box will remove all Epic Games Store elements from your launcher, including your game library and the Store option itself. Uncheck this box to show all Epic Games Store elements in the launcher.

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  • Library filter: A filter option in the library allows you to display all games or only installed games. If the game does not show up, please check this filter option and set it to all.

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  • Log in to the wrong Epic Games account: If you log in to the wrong Epic Games account, you will not see previously available games. Make sure you use the correct Epic Games account to view the available games in your library.
  • Note:

  • If you have previously logged into your Epic Games account (Facebook, Google, etc.) with an external account, please try to use this option again, as the account may contain your games.
  • Game refund: If the game is refunded to your Epic Games account, you will no longer see the game available for download in your library because the refund will cancel access.
  • Limited time availability: If the game is available for a limited time or is a print or beta version and is no longer in your library, this is because access to these specific versions has been removed based on the additional time limit. For example, the public beta only lasts one weekend, so you will not be able to access the game on Monday.
  • Fraudulent code revocation: If you used a retail code to activate the game and it is no longer in your library, the code may have been deleted because the developer reported it as fraudulent. In this case, please get in touch with the retail point where you purchased the game for help.

 

Where can I find the Epic Games Launcher debug logs?

Although To help troubleshoot issues with the Epic Games launcher, a member of the player support team will ask you to provide launcher debug logs. Please note that although these logs are similar to the default logs automatically generated by the launcher and even appear in the same directory, they are not the same. The debug log includes some additional information that is usually vital to diagnosing the problem. To generate a debug log, use one of the following methods for PC or Mac.

 

PC

Method one

You know this method assumes that you can open the launcher and navigate to the main window. If you cannot open the launcher, please use method 2 for PC or method 3 for Mac.

 

  1. Click Settings.
  • If you cannot log in, you can click Go Offline to access the main window.
  1. Choose to enable the debug log, and a pop-up window will appear, and choose to allow it to now unless your problem occurs at startup, and then choose to restart.
  2. Reproduce the problem you encountered when debugging logging was turned on.
  3. After reproducing your problem, go back to settings and select show log
  4. Turn off the launcher.

 

Method two

  1. Firstly Right-click the Epic Games Launcher desktop shortcut
  2. Select attributes.
  3. Select the Shortcut tab.
  4. Add -debug logging to the end of the file path in the target field.
  • Make sure there is a space between the file path and the dash.
  1. Click Apply.
  2. Double-click the desktop shortcut to open the launcher.
  3. Reproduce your problem then close the launcher.
  4. After closing the launcher, remove the -debug logging command from the target field.
  5. Navigate to your log file. They should be located in the following location: C:\Users\[YourUserNameHere]\AppData\Local\EpicGamesLauncher\Saved\Logs
  • The AppData folder is hidden by default. If you can’t see it, please use this Microsoft support article to view hidden folders.

 

Mac

 

  1. Open the terminal and enter the following line: open /Applications/Epic\ Games\ Launcher. app –args -debug logging
  2. This will start the launcher. Let it normally run until your problem is reproduced.
  3. After the problem is reproduced, please close the launcher.
  4. In your terminal, enter the following line: open /Users/[YourUserNameHere]/Library/Logs/Unreal\ Engine/EpicGamesLauncher
  5. In the window that appears, right-click the EpicGamesLauncher folder and choose to compress “EpicGamesLauncher.”

After the logs are generated, if you have logs, please attach them to your support request, and we will be happy to assist you further.

 

How do I restart the Epic Games Launcher?

It is important to keep your Launcher updated, and sometimes restarting it is the best way to ensure you get these:

  1. Close the launcher by right-clicking on the system tray icon in the lower right corner of the taskbar and then selecting Exit.
  2. Remove any command line parameters you may have from the target line of the launcher desktop shortcut.
  • Right-click the Epic Games Launcher desktop shortcut
  • Select attributes.
  • Under the shortcut tab, the field marked as a target should have a path similar to this (your exact path may be different.): “C:\Program Files\Epic Games\Launcher\Portal\Binaries\Win64\ EpicGamesLauncher.exe.”
  • If there are any parameters in the Target field, after that the path for example -http=wininet and delete them.
  1. Click Apply.
  2. Reopen the launcher.
  3. If updates need to be installed, the launcher should automatically detect them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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