# identity.md

## Organization Overview
- **Company Name:** Epic Games
- **Mission:** To create groundbreaking games, empower developers with cutting-edge technology, and build an open metaverse.
- **Company Structure and Legal Entity:** Privately held company, primarily operating as a C-Corporation.
- **Founded Date and Location:** Founded in 1991 in Potomac, Maryland, USA.
- **Size and Scale:** A global leader in interactive entertainment and 3D engine technology, with thousands of employees and billions in revenue.

## Leadership & Team
- **Key Leadership Profiles and Roles:**
    - Tim Sweeney, CEO & Founder
- **Team Structure and Departments:** Comprised of various teams dedicated to game development (e.g., Fortnite, Rocket League), Unreal Engine development, the Epic Games Store, publishing, and corporate functions.
- **Company Culture and Values:** Fosters innovation, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology and interactive experiences. Values include quality, player experience, and developer empowerment.
- **Team/About/Leadership/People links:** Details forthcoming.

## Operations & Structure
- **Business Model and Operational Approach:** Operates through multiple revenue streams including game sales, in-game purchases, Unreal Engine licensing, and revenue sharing from the Epic Games Store. Focuses on direct-to-consumer distribution and developer support.
- **Location(s) and Geographic Presence:** Headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, USA, with numerous studios and offices globally across North America, Europe, and Asia.
- **Key Partnerships and Affiliations:** Maintains strategic partnerships with technology providers, game developers, and content creators. Tencent Holdings holds a significant minority stake in the company.