Lords of the Fallen 2 leaves Epic Games Store exclusivity

CI Games has announced that it has ended the exclusivity deal with Epic Games for Lords of the Fallen 2. This means the game could now potentially be released on Steam, giving players access beyond the Epic Games Store. The decision came as a surprise to many, especially given CI Games’ earlier assurances that the partnership with Epic Games was beneficial to the game’s development.

Announcement of the termination

The termination of the exclusivity deal officially took effect on 14 April 2026, but CI Games only disclosed the details of the agreement on 18 May 2026. In its announcement, the company said the end of the deal will not affect its ongoing collaboration with Epic Games on Unreal Engine and other services.

Details of the exclusivity deal

CI Games previously signed an agreement with Epic Games that granted the company exclusive PC distribution rights for Lords of the Fallen 2, with the deal taking effect on 14 June 2024. With that agreement now ended, the game may also be released on Steam, potentially giving PC players much broader access.

Potential impact on sales and reach

A Steam release for Lords of the Fallen 2 could significantly improve the game’s sales. Some estimates suggest that many PC gamers mainly use the Epic Games Store to play Fortnite or claim free games. However, it remains unclear what the end of the exclusivity deal will mean for Epic Games’ earlier investment in the game’s development.

CI Games, which retains full control of the IP, remains focused on developing Lords of the Fallen 2, which still has an unannounced release date in 2026. Meanwhile, the console versions of the game, which are still planned for the same release window, will not be affected by the change in distribution rights.

The announcement of the end of the exclusivity deal has also sparked discussion about the direction of the game and reactions to certain elements, such as the aesthetics of female characters in the game. However, CI Games remains committed to its creative process and is optimistic about its technical collaboration with Epic.

With these latest developments, it is clear that Lords of the Fallen 2 has reached an important milestone in its development, with the possibility of becoming more accessible to a wider audience via Steam.