How do I link my Xbox account to my Epic Games account?
Instructions for linking Xbox account to Epic Games account from a computer or mobile device
- Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
Sign-in information for the Xbox account you want to connect to your Epic Games account. Check on your Xbox to confirm it’s the correct account you want to connect.
Sign-in information for the correct 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 currently have an Epic Games account, and you would like to promote the account you have on your Xbox to an existing Epic Games account.
If you have never created an Epic Games account or have not previously linked any Xbox accounts to your Epic Games account, follow the instructions in How do I promote my Xbox account to a full Epic Games account?
If you currently have a different Xbox account linked to your Epic Games account and you want to connect a different Xbox account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?
Check that you are not currently logged in any Xbox/Microsoft and Epic Games account
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 Xbox logo
A Microsoft/Xbox Sign in window will appear
Enter your Xbox sign-in details. Be sure to use the account information for the correct Xbox account.
- You will be asked if you would like to let the Epic Games app access your Xbox 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 Xbox account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?
Instructions for linking Xbox account to Epic Games account from the Xbox
- Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
Sign-in information for the Xbox account you want to connect to your Epic Games account. Check on your Xbox 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 an Xbox account linked to your Epic Games account and you want to connect a different Xbox account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account
Go to your Xbox 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 sign-in screen
Press the button to start
Select the button to LINK AN ACCOUNT (Do not select SKIP THIS)
You will see an 8-digit code
Enter the code shown on your Xbox 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 Games account, you will be asked 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 Xbox 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 or Xbox account, please follow the instructions in How do I change the console account I have connected to my Epic Games account?