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Epic Games is not publicly traded, but accredited investors can still buy its stock.
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You may not know the name Epic Games, but you’ve probably heard of their flagship products, Fortnite and Gears of War.
Not only does Epic Games make some of the most popular — and profitable — video games in the world, but the company also has several other high–growth-potential revenue streams. As of 2022, the company was valued at $32 billion.
Sounds great, right? But if you’re wondering how to buy Epic Games stock, it’s not as simple as looking up the Epic Games stock symbol and buying shares — the company is currently private. Don’t want to wait for the IPO? There are other avenues to explore. Let’s get into it…
Epic Games: The Basics
Epic Games (originally Potomac Computer Systems) was founded in North Carolina in 1991 by Tim Sweeney.
Today, the company is known as the creator of Fortnite, one of the most popular games of all time.
But there’s a whole lot more to Epic Games, including partnerships with big-name companies and even a movie in the works. Here’s what you should know:
- Epic Games was last valued at $32 billion in 2022.
- Its flagship games include Fortnite and Gears of War
- It’s estimated that Fortnite has generated over $20 billion in revenue since its 2017 release.
- Epic Games has been engaging in epic acquisitions lately. Since 2021, the company has acquired RAD Games, Tonic Games Group, Capturing Reality, ArtStation, Sketchfab, Harmonix, and Bandcamp.
- A Gears of War movie is currently in the works.
- Epic Games isn’t just a video game producer. It also sells popular technology for making video games called UnReal Engine.
If you’re an investor who’s interested in tech, you’re probably licking your chops — let’s talk about how to buy Epic Games stock.
Can You Buy Epic Games Stock? Is Epic Games Publicly Traded?
Since Epic Games is a private company, there’s no Epic Games stock symbol to look up on major exchanges.
But you can still cozy up to the company and sector. In the next few sections, we’ll cover:
- How to buy Epic Games stock as an accredited investor
- Ways to get exposure to Epic Games as a retail investor
- Other indirect ways to get exposure to Epic Games
How to Buy Epic Games as an Accredited Investor
You can invest in Epic Games right now (before its IPO) on Hiive.
Hiive is a marketplace where shareholders of private, VC-backed companies can sell their shares to accredited investors.
There are over 2,000 pre-IPO companies on Hiive, including Epic Games:
On Hiive, each listing is created by a unique seller who sets their own asking price and volume offered. Buyers can place bids or accept the asking price as listed.
Register for Hiive and see all bids, asks, and the most recent transactions for Epic Games with the button below:
If you’re not an accredited investor, keep reading. There are still plenty of ways to potentially benefit from Epic Games’ continued growth…
How to Buy Epic Games as a Retail Investor
So … Epic Games is private, so you can’t buy Epic Games stock shares on your favorite brokerage platform. You can’t geek out about spikes in the Epic Games stock chart when the Gears of War movie comes out.
At this point, there’s not much talk of an IPO. However, that’s not the only way to gain exposure. Keep going…
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Who Owns Epic Games?
Epic Games is owned by (listed in order of ownership stake):
- Founder Tim Sweeney
- Tencent Holdings (OTCMKTS: TCEHY)
- Sony (NYSE: SONY)
- Kirkbi, which owns the majority of the LEGO brand
Does Tencent Holdings Own Epic Games?
Not totally. Epic Games founder Tim Sweeney owns the majority share; Tencent Holdings (OTCMKTS: TCEHY) (also an investor in Reddit, another private company available on Equitybee) is the next-biggest investor, with an approximately 40% stake.
How to Invest in Epic Games Stock as a Retail Investor
Until there’s an initial public offering (IPO), you can’t buy Epic Games stock. But you can check out these alternatives:
Note: This article does not provide investment advice. The stocks listed should not be taken as recommendations. Your investments are solely your decisions.
Gaming Plays
While no game company is exactly the same as Epic Games, these companies are considered competitors that could benefit from the sector’s growth:
- Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) — 1-month chart below
- Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA)
Epic Games Investors
Nope — Epic Games isn’t public. But check out its major investors that are:
- Sony (NYSE: SONY)
- Tencent Holdings (OTCMKTS: TCEHY)
Epic Games Partners
Epic Games has partnered up with a bunch of big-name companies in the past, including:
- Disney (NYSE: DIS)
- Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX)
- Warner Brothers (NASDAQ: WBD)
How to Buy the Epic Games IPO
Epic Games isn’t public now, but things can change. Here’s how to buy Epic Games stock if and when the company goes public:
- Create or login to your brokerage account (if you don’t have one, we recommend eToro)
- Search for Epic Games
- Select how many shares you want to buy
- Place your order
- Monitor your trade
Epic Games Stock Price Chart
Sorry, but you won’t find an Epic Games stock price chart anywhere online.
But there are other metrics you can look at.
First, check out Epic Games’s funding history. Its valuation has steadily gone up, and it was last valued at $32 billion…
Next, check out this chart featuring Epic Games’ revenue, plus projections for the coming years:
As you can see, the company has been growing steadily — and there’s no reason to expect that to change at this time.
If you’re an accredited investor, take a look at Epic Games on Equitybee. If you’re a retail trader, consider one of the approaches we talked about today, or wait for the IPO!
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FAQs:
How to buy Epic Games stock?
Epic Games is not a public company. As a retail investor, you do not have access to Epic Games stock shares. However, accredited investors can invest directly in Epic Games through platforms like EquityBee.
How much is Epic Games stock?
Epic Games is not a public company. Until the company goes public, there is no Epic Games stock or stock price to refer to.
What is Epic Games stock symbol?
Since Epic Games isn’t listed on any stock exchanges, there’s no Epic Games stock symbol at this time.
Who owns Epic Games stock?
Epic Games founder Tim Sweeney is the majority shareholder; Tencent Holdings (OTCMKTS: TCEHY) has an approximately 40% stake. Other notable investors include Kirkbi, which owns the majority of the LEGO brand, and Sony (NYSE: SONY).
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