Epic Games Expands Digital Entertainment Empire with New Updates and Partnerships in 2025
Latest Developments at Epic Games
Epic Games has just rolled out its latest Fortnite v37.10 update, which introduces exciting new features including The Front Man character for Squid Game islands and various new weapons and prefabs. The update also implements new restrictions on island memory limits.
Gaming Innovation and Platform Expansion
The company continues to challenge traditional gaming marketplaces with its Epic Games Store, which maintains its developer-friendly 12% revenue share model. In a significant expansion earlier this year, Epic successfully launched its store on Android devices worldwide and iOS devices in Europe, following legal victories against Google and changes mandated by the EU’s Digital Markets Act.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Epic Games and Disney are working together to create an all-new games and entertainment universe, addressing a growing digital world with over 3 billion video game players who seek seamless experiences across different gaming platforms.
Technical Innovations and Updates
The company is implementing significant technical improvements, including the rollout of DirectX 12 Performance Mode on PC, replacing the existing DirectX 11 Performance Mode. While the old Performance Mode remains available as a legacy option, Epic is encouraging PC users to switch to the enhanced DirectX 12 Performance Renderer for improved gameplay and more stable frame rates.
Future Outlook
Looking ahead, Epic Games has scheduled its next major update for September 9, 2025, which will feature Kai Cenat’s Icon Series skin. The current Chapter 6, Season 4: Shock ‘N Awesome is set to conclude on November 1, 2025. The company’s strong market position is supported by substantial funding of $8.13 billion over multiple rounds, with major institutional investors including Sony and Fidelity Investments.
