How to Connect Epic Games to Steam

Linking your Epic Games and Steam accounts lets you play with friends across platforms and access cross-play features. Here’s how to connect them.

Method 1: Link Through Epic Games Website

1. Open a browser and go to epicgames.com.
2. Sign in to your Epic Games account.
3. Click your display name in the top right and select Account.
4. Go to Connections > Accounts.
5. Find Steam and click Connect.
6. Sign in to your Steam account when prompted and authorize the connection.

Method 2: Link Through a Game

1. Launch a cross-platform game (like Fortnite or Rocket League) on Steam.
2. When prompted, sign in with your Epic Games account.
3. The game will automatically link your Steam and Epic accounts.
4. If not prompted, check the game’s settings for an account linking option.

Method 3: Link Through Epic Games Launcher

1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
2. Click your profile icon and select Settings.
3. Scroll to Connected Accounts.
4. Click Connect next to Steam.
5. Enter your Steam credentials to complete the link.

Method 4: Troubleshoot Connection Issues

1. If linking fails, make sure you’re not already connected to a different Epic account.
2. Go to epicgames.com > Account > Connections and disconnect any existing Steam link.
3. Clear your browser cache and cookies.
4. Try linking again using an incognito/private browser window.
5. If the issue persists, contact Epic Games support.

Method 5: Add Epic Games to Steam Library

1. Open Steam and click Games > Add a Non-Steam Game.
2. Click Browse and navigate to the Epic Games installation folder.
3. Select the game’s executable (.exe) file.
4. Click Add Selected Programs.
5. The game will now appear in your Steam library for easy access.