Epic Games
Epic Games, Inc. is an American video game company based in Cary, North Carolina. Founded by Tim Sweeney in 1991 as Potomac Computer Systems, the company rose to prominence for developing the Unreal Engine, a commercially available game engine that powers many modern video games and real-time 3D applications. Beyond game development, Epic Games operates the Epic Games Store, a digital storefront for PC games, and is well-known for creating globally successful titles such as the Unreal Tournament series, Gears of War, and the massively popular battle royale game, Fortnite. The company is at the forefront of interactive entertainment technology and digital distribution.
About Us
- Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. - Epic operates the world's largest game, Fortnite, and develops Unreal Engine, which is used by millions of creators across games, film, television, architecture, automotive, and other industries. - Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. - Established in 1991, Epic has offices worldwide with its headquarters in Cary, North Carolina.
Vision
Epic Games' vision centers on pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment and real-time 3D technology. They aim to create an open and interconnected digital ecosystem where creators can thrive, and players can enjoy innovative, high-quality experiences across multiple platforms, ultimately driving the evolution of virtual worlds and the metaverse.
Mission
While Epic Games does not publish a concise, formal mission statement, their operations and strategic decisions reflect a mission to build cutting-edge games and experiences, empower creators with advanced tools (primarily the Unreal Engine), and revolutionize the distribution and monetization of digital content to foster a direct and beneficial relationship between creators and players.
Culture
- Epic Games fosters a culture that values innovation, technical excellence, and passion for gaming. - It is known for being a fast-paced, high-performance environment, especially given the continuous development and live-service nature of titles like Fortnite. - Employees often describe a focus on autonomy, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to pushing technological boundaries. - There's a strong emphasis on empowering developers and creators, reflecting the company's core business in the Unreal Engine.
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