What happens if I gift a game the recipient already owns?

If the recipient already owns the game, you will automatically receive a full refund.

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Epic Games Store Adds Gifting Feature

Q: Can I gift any game on the Epic Games Store?

No, free games, subscriptions, pre-purchase offers, and in-game currency cannot be gifted.

Q: How do I send a gift on the Epic Games Store?

On a game's store page, click the 'Gift' button and enter the recipient's Epic Games account details.

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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.

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