Epic Games

Epic Games is an American video game and software development company best known for creating the Unreal Engine, a highly influential game development platform, and popular video games such as Fortnite, Gears of War, and the Unreal series. Founded in 1991 by Tim Sweeney, it has become a significant player in the gaming industry, known for innovative technology and its approach to game publishing and distribution. The company also operates the Epic Games Store, a digital distribution platform for PC games that offers developers favorable terms compared to other platforms. Epic Games has been involved in various legal and business initiatives, especially regarding issues related to digital storefront competition and intellectual property rights.