Yes, You Can Play Epic Games Store Purchases on PS4
The short answer is – yes, you can access and play games purchased through the Epic Games store on your PlayStation 4 console. By linking your Epic account to your PlayStation Network (PSN) ID, any eligible games you own on Epic will become available to install and play on PS4. Your progress will also carry across platforms, picking up on PS4 where you left off on PC or other devices.
Getting Started: Linking Your Epic and PSN Accounts
The first step is connecting your Epic Games account and PlayStation Network ID. This creates a partnership between the accounts, allowing shared access to games and content.
Here is the simple process:
- Launch Fortnite on your PS4
- Navigate to Settings > Account > Link Account
- A web browser window will open to the Epic Games login page
- Enter the pairing code displayed on your PS4 into the browser
- Sign in with your existing Epic account credentials
- A confirmation message will indicate successful account linkage
Once completed, your Epic games library now becomes accessible on PS4 anytime you sign in with your linked PSN ID. Pretty straight-forward right?
Cross-Play Compatible Games Work on Both Platforms
After linking accounts, games that support full cross-play can be installed and run from either your Epic library or PlayStation console. With progress, unlocks, levels, and purchases carrying over across the platforms, you can switch seamlessly between PC and PS4 with no lost data.
Some major cross-play titles compatible between Epic Games store and PS4 include:
- Fortnite
- Rocket League
- Fall Guys
- Genshin Impact
- Dauntless
- Rogue Company
I highly recommend these excellent games based on personal experience. They perform incredibly whether your battling from keyboard and mouse or a Dualshock 4 controller.
Below I’ve compiled a handy table with some addition cross-play titles worth considering if expanding your libraries across Epic and PlayStation ecosystems:
| Game Title | Genre |
|---|---|
| Paladins | Hero Shooter |
| SMITE | MOBA |
| Realm Royale | Battle Royale |
| Brawlhalla | Fighting |
| Spellbreak | Battle Wizard |
Please note that some third-party or indie games may not fully support cross-play or account syncing. Be sure to confirm compatibility on the game‘s website before purchasing if this feature is essential to your experience.
Non-Game Content and Currency Carries Over Too
Along with games themselves, additional content and currency purchased with real money will also transfer between your Epic and PlayStation accounts.
For example, any V-Bucks earned in Fortnite PC tournaments can be used to buy new skins and items when playing on your PlayStation. Contrary to popular belief, V-bucks do carry across platforms, however there are some nuances to understand:
- V-Bucks purchased directly on the PlayStation Store remain exclusive to PS4/PS5
- V-Bucks earned or bought on PC/Mac transfer to PlayStation if accounts are linked
- Shared V-Bucks across platforms have the same balance and can be spent freely on either one
So while balances are unified, actual transaction history and entitlements do vary depending on original purchase source. Just be aware of that distinction.
What If I Have Multiple Epic or PSN Accounts?
A common complexity comes up when players have multiple existing accounts across platforms for various reasons.
The key fact here is that each Epic Games account can only be linked to one PlayStation Network ID at any given time. You cannot merge or combine accounts unfortunately.
This means if you have two Epic accounts for example, you must choose a single one to be paired with your active PSN ID. The result of linking is that only data associated with those unified accounts will be shared moving forward.
If you previously linked an Epic account that you no longer access, then you should unlink before pairing your main one. Just be warned that unlinking accounts causes all integrated data and entitlements to be lost. So unlink judiciously knowing what you wish to preserve.
Overall the account linking process is quite straight-forward. The main pitfalls come from overlapping accounts, so be conscious of what IDs you are pairing together. As long as your accounts are configured correctly and linked successfully, then your ability to play Epic Games store purchases on PlayStation 4 is certainly feasible.
I hope this guide gives you clarity and confidence to access your Epic library on console. Happy cross-playing! Let the battle continue on PS4!
