{"rewrite":{"id":"r_15f87ce9b4a04889948d5b9c","clusterId":"c_40c5443033af4477a94a3c59","slug":"lords-of-the-fallen-ii-s-epic-games-store-exclusivity-may-be-canceled","model":"deepseek-v4-flash","headline":"CI Games Terminates Lords of the Fallen II Epic Games Store Exclusivity Deal","summary":"Developer CI Games has terminated its exclusivity agreement with Epic Games for the PC version of the upcoming action RPG Lords of the Fallen II. The company disclosed a separation agreement, signed on April 14, 2026, that voids the exclusive distribution rights granted to Epic Games under a letter of intent from June 2024. CI Games reported the termination to Polish investors on May 18, noting that immediate disclosure was delayed by about a month to protect the company's interests. The separation agreement is conditional and does not affect existing contracts for Unreal Engine or Epic Online Services. No reason for the termination was provided. Lords of the Fallen II, a sequel to the 2015 Soulslike title, is scheduled for a 2026 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. As of now, the game's official website still lists the Epic Games Store as the PC sales platform, leaving the possibility of a Steam release open. The game features a protagonist who can traverse realms of the living and the dead, with combat using melee and ranged attacks, magic, and online multiplayer for up to four players.","whyItMatters":"The termination removes a major platform-exclusive barrier for the PC version of a high-profile Soulslike sequel, potentially opening the door to a Steam release and a broader audience.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eThe separation agreement was signed on April 14, 2026, but CI Games delayed disclosure until May 18, citing the need to protect the company's legitimate interests. The agreement is conditional, and the company did not provide a reason for the termination.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContracts for Unreal Engine and Epic Online Services are not affected by the separation agreement. The game's official website still lists the Epic Games Store as the PC sales platform.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game is set in a world consumed by darkness. Players can switch between the realms of the living and the dead, using various weapons and magic to traverse a vast crumbling kingdom. Environments include moonlit fortresses and corrupted temples. The game offers countless build combinations and supports online multiplayer for up to four players.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLords of the Fallen II was announced at gamescom ONL 2025. It is scheduled for release in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Store pages for PlayStation and Xbox have also been opened.\u003c/p\u003e","blueskyPost":"CI Games terminated the Epic Games Store exclusivity deal for Lords of the Fallen II, signing a separation agreement on April 14 that voids the 2024 publishing contract.","twitterPost":"Lords of the Fallen II's PC exclusivity with Epic Games is over. CI Games says the separation agreement is conditional and doesn't affect Unreal Engine or EOS deals. Steam release now possible?","threadsPost":null,"newsletterBlurb":"CI Games has terminated its Epic Games Store exclusivity deal for Lords of the Fallen II, signing a separation agreement in April that voids the 2024 publishing contract. The developer disclosed the move to Polish investors in May, citing a delay to protect company interests. No reason was given, and the game's official site still lists the Epic Games Store as the PC platform.","attributionJson":"[{\"source\":\"Automaton\",\"url\":\"https://automaton-media.com/articles/newsjp/20260519-443860/\",\"title\":\"Anticipated Soulslike ARPG 'Lords of the Fallen II' PC Version May Have Epic Games Store Exclusivity Plan Withdrawn; Developer Reports 'Contract Termination' with Epic Games\"},{\"source\":\"Game Spark\",\"url\":\"http://www.gamespark.jp/article/2026/05/20/166694.html\",\"title\":\"Action RPG Sequel 'Lords of the Fallen II' Announces Cancellation of PC Exclusive Contract with Epic Games. 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