CA-C-002405
Epic Games — Epic Games Terms of Service
Entity
Date detected
May 28, 2026
Effective date
May 28, 2026
Severity
Low
Direction
Neutral
Affected users
all users playstation users xbox users
Changes
5 sentences modified
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Event Summary

Epic Games updated the Epic Games Terms of Service on May 28, 2026, making five minor textual revisions. Changes include updating the document's last-modified date from February 27, 2026 to May 27, 2026; removing references to specific PlayStation Store availability language for SIEA users; replacing the registered trademark symbol with a trademark symbol for PlayStation references in SIEE user terms; changing 'use rights' to 'usage rights' in purchasing guidance; and updating an Xbox Live reference to reference the 'Microsoft Services Agreement' instead. None of these revisions materially alter user rights, obligations, or operational procedures.

LOW

Consumer Impact

The updated terms incorporate minor clarifications and reference updates that do not alter consumer rights or obligations. The changes standardize platform references and update document maintenance timestamps. Users are not required to take any action in response to these revisions.

Governance Analysis

The updated terms clarify which platform-specific purchase agreements govern in-game transactions on Xbox and PlayStation, ensuring users understand the governing terms when purchasing through these console ecosystems. The revisions do not expand or restrict rights but standardize references to current platform service agreements.

Key Clauses Affected

Xbox Services Reference

Xbox Live terms reference updated to Microsoft Services Agreement, clarifying which platform agreement governs Xbox purchases.

PlayStation Purchase Terms

SIEA and SIEE user purchase terms retain references to PlayStation Network agreements without substantive modification to purchase obligations.

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This change record describes what was added, removed, or modified in the document. Analysis reflects what the updated agreement states or permits. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Applicability may vary by jurisdiction. Methodology

Evidence Verification

✓ Verified
Previous Version
21e75617d273799ba030ad2d9e54d73b39c138d8d92f03d61d9aaa3c87fec4a3
April 19, 2026 06:06 UTC
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Current Version
a0170c9dd13f141bd698c32aaa0118efa5be0e2651d9b2a52759147d8f832928
May 28, 2026 00:07 UTC
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Change Detected
May 28, 2026 00:07 UTC
Analysis Methodology
✓ Verified
Source Document
https://www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/tos
Citation Record
Entity: Epic Games
Document: Epic Games Terms of Service
Record ID: CA-C-002405
Captured: 2026-05-28 00:07:15 UTC
URL: https://conductatlas.com/change/2026-05-28-epic-games-epic-games-terms-of-service-2405/
Accessed: July 21, 2026
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Institutional Analysis

Assessment

This change represents routine document maintenance rather than a substantive policy revision. The modifications update cross-platform references, correct trademark formatting, and reflect current platform agreements. No new compliance obligations are created, and no regulatory exposure is introduced. Legal review is not required unless organizational policy mandates review of all platform terms modifications.

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Document
Epic Games Terms of Service
Entity
Epic Games
Captured
May 28, 2026
Source URL
https://www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/tos
Other changes to Epic Games Terms of Service
Previous change Apr 19, 2026
Epic Games updated the email address for filing arbitration demands with NAM (the National Arbitration and Mediation organization). The old …
Low Neutral
Next change May 29, 2026
Epic Games updated the contact email address for filing arbitration demands with NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation) from commercial@namadr.com to …
Low Neutral
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