Epic Games files 'Megaverse' trademark after earlier loss
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Insider Gaming reported on September 27, 2026 that Epic Games has filed a trademark for "Megaverse." The report notes Epic previously filed "Epic Games Megaverse" in 2022 for classes 09, 35, 38, 41, 42, and 45. Megaverse Ltd. opposed Epic's earlier mark in 2023, and authorities ruled in favor of the opposition in 2025, leaving Epic only classes 35 and 45, Insider Gaming reported. Insider Gaming described the new filing as likely to invite another legal dispute and said Epic's reasoning for refiling was unclear.
- What happened: Insider Gaming reported that Epic Games filed a trademark application for "Megaverse" (report date: September 27, 2026).
- Why it matters: Insider Gaming reported the filing follows Epic's earlier loss to Megaverse Ltd. and said the new application could prompt another legal dispute while Epic's motive for refiling was not explained.
- Context: Insider Gaming reported Epic originally filed "Epic Games Megaverse" in 2022 for classes 09, 35, 38, 41, 42, and 45; Megaverse Ltd. opposed in 2023 and a 2025 ruling removed most of Epic's classifications, leaving only classes 35 and 45.
- What next: Insider Gaming did not report whether Megaverse Ltd. has opposed the new "Megaverse" filing or how authorities will rule on the fresh application; that outcome is not yet confirmed.
What changed
Insider Gaming reported that Epic Games filed a trademark application for the term "Megaverse" (report date: September 27, 2026).
Timeline
- 2022: Insider Gaming reported Epic filed "Epic Games Megaverse" covering classes 09, 35, 38, 41, 42, and 45.
- 2023: Insider Gaming reported Megaverse Ltd. opposed Epic's 2022 filing.
- 2025: Insider Gaming reported authorities ruled for Megaverse Ltd., leaving Epic only classes 35 and 45.
- 2026 (Sept. 27): Insider Gaming reported Epic filed a new trademark for "Megaverse."
Before and after
- Before: Epic's 2022 filing covered classes 09, 35, 38, 41, 42, and 45, per Insider Gaming.
- After: Following the 2025 ruling reported by Insider Gaming, Epic retained only classes 35 and 45.
Limits
Insider Gaming's report does not confirm whether Megaverse Ltd. has opposed the 2026 filing or how authorities will rule on the new application; those outcomes remain unconfirmed by the cited report.