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Epic MegaGrants (Cycle 2)
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Epic MegaGrants (Cycle 2)

Epic Games

September 4, 2026Global

No-strings funding, full IP retention, support for transitioning from other engines. Unlocks funding levels rarely seen in traditional arts philanthropy, bypassing the scarcity models of fine art grants entirely.

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No-strings funding, full IP retention, support for transitioning from other engines. Unlocks funding levels rarely seen in traditional arts philanthropy, bypassing the scarcity models of fine art grants entirely.

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Explicitly targets solo developers, smaller teams, and creative innovators pushing real-time 3D development to new heights using the Unreal Engine ecosystem or the Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN). Funds are also allocated for 'Engine Transitioning' for teams migrating to Unreal Engine. Recipients retain absolute ownership of their intellectual property (IP).

Dates & details

Deadline
Rigid submission window closes. Cycle 2 opens June 29, 2026.
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$5,000 to $75,000 (truly extraordinary, boundary-pushing projects capable of receiving up to $150,000).
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Free

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