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Epic Games Store Adds Gifting Feature
19 Nov
Summary
- Epic Games Store now allows users to gift digital games.
- Refunds are automatic if the recipient already owns the game.
- Free games and subscriptions cannot be gifted.
The Epic Games Store has officially launched a digital game gifting feature, allowing users to send purchased titles to friends. To send a gift, users navigate to a game's store page, click the 'Gift' button, and enter the recipient's Epic Games account details. They can also select a pre-written message and schedule the gift's delivery date.
Epic has implemented a refund system for gifted games. If the intended recipient already owns the game, or if they choose to reject the gift, the sender will automatically receive a full refund. This ensures a smooth gifting experience for all parties involved.
While the gifting feature is now live, not all purchases are eligible. Free games, subscriptions, pre-purchase offers, and in-game currency are explicitly excluded from being gifted through the platform. This move brings the Epic Games Store closer to parity with other major digital game marketplaces.
