Epic is a growing company that has the spirit of a small startup. - Senior Engine Programmer Epic Games Employee Review

5.0
25 Oct 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

There are plenty of directions that you can go, internally. The people make this company the living organism that it is, and it shows. For a game dev, they focus on the person and family, which is massively different from the industry norm.

Cons

The company is always changing, and that adds a volatile feeling to some projects. When the company focused on one project, there was a stability with that direction. With as many new areas as they're getting into, it makes you wonder which projects will survive.

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Epic Games Response
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Thanks for the feedback! You're right, the people here are amazing. Epic truly wants what is best for their employees and families. Don't miss the Halloween festivities later this week! Have you been invited to one of the monthly lunches with Paul & Tim yet? These are a great opportunity to ask questions or express concerns. People are picked at random but feel free to check in with recruiting and we can get you included on the next one. Or they are always happy to chat one-on-one about concerns!

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5.0
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Pros

- Amazing benefits and pay - Work with some of the most talented folks in the industry - Move quickly and ship a lot - Have the freedom to make a lot of impact - Not political and a no nonsense place, just a lot of talented and passionate folks wanting to do good work

Cons

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Pros

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Cons

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