How do I link my PlayStation account to my Epic Games account?
Instructions for linking PlayStation account to Epic Games account from a computer or mobile device
- Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
The sign-in information for the PlayStation account you want to connect to your Epic Games account. Check on your PlayStation to confirm it’s the correct account you want to connect.
Sign-in information for the Epic Games account you want to link.
A computer or mobile device with an internet connection.
Make sure you are following the correct process. The steps below are to be followed if you do not currently have an Epic Games account, and you would like to promote the account you have on your PlayStation to a new Epic Games account.
If you have never created an Epic Games account or have not previously linked any PlayStation accounts to your Epic Games account, please follow the steps in How do I promote my Playstation account to a full Epic Games account?
If you currently have a different PlayStation account linked to your Epic Games account and you want to connect a different PlayStation account, please follow the steps in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?
- Check that you are not currently signed into any PlayStation or Epic Games accounts
Open a browser (in incognito mode if possible) on your computer or mobile device and go to www.epicgames.com
On the top-right of the site, click the Sign in button
Note: If you do not see a Sign in button, click the avatar at the top of the screen and click Sign Out to ensure you are not signed into the wrong account. Once logged out, click the Sign in button.Click on the PlayStation logo
A PlayStation sign in window will appear
Enter your PlayStation sign-in details. Be sure to use the account information for the correct PlayStation account.
You will be asked if you would like to let the Epic Games app access your PlayStation information. Click Accept to continue
Note: If you receive this error instead, follow the instructions in Why does my console account say it is already linked to an Epic Games account?A new Epic Games window will appear asking if you have an Epic Games Account to connect.
Note: If you are a child and your parent hasn't helped you set up your account, you may have a Cabined Account with different features. Learn more about Cabined Accounts.Click SIGN IN
Once you sign in to your Epic Games account, you will see a success message
If you accidentally linked the wrong Epic Games or PlayStation account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?
Instructions for linking PlayStation account to Epic Games account from the PlayStation
- Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
Sign-in information for the PlayStation account you want to connect to your Epic Games account. Check on your PlayStation to confirm it’s the correct account you want to connect.
Sign-in information for the correct Epic Games account you want to link.
Make sure you are following the correct process. If you currently have a PlayStation account linked to your Epic Games account and you want to connect a different PlayStation account, please follow the steps in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?
Go to your PlayStation and open Fortnite, Fall Guys, or Rocket League depending on which game you are looking to connect (For this example, we’ll use Fortnite)
Once you open the game it will take you to the login screen
Press the button to start
- Select LINK AN ACCOUNT (Do not select SKIP THIS)
You will see an 8-digit code
Enter the code shown on your PlayStation and click CONTINUE
Sign in to your Epic Games account
Note: If you are a child and your parent hasn't helped you set up your account, you may have a Cabined Account with different features. Learn more about Cabined Accounts.If you have 2FA enabled for your Epic account it will ask for verification. Enter your 2FA code and click CONTINUE
Note: Ensure the code is correct, if it’s not, try starting the process again.If your account email is not verified, it will ask you to verify it
- Once you are done, you will see a success message.
Return to your PlayStation and it will show the End User License Agreement. Read the agreement and press the correct button to continue.
The game will start the sign-in process
Once done, you will be signed into your account
If you accidentally linked the wrong Epic Games account or PlayStation account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?