Escape From Tarkov has exploded out of nowhere and has quickly become one of Twitch's most viewed games. If you are eager to try out the game, you may encounter some issues while trying to actually find it. While it may not be as simple as logging into Steam and purchasing the game, we’ll cover every step you need to take to download and pre-order Escape From Tarkov in this guide.

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How Do I Download Escape From Tarkov?

Unlike other games nowadays, Escape From Tarkov is not available on any of the big game clients such as Steam, Epic Games or Origin. Instead, you the game can only be purchased through Escape From Tarkov’s official website, which can be found here.

Once you are on their website you will notice a big logo that says “Escape From Tarkov, Pre-Order” so yes, the game is still not officially released. Technically this is still the beta, but games such as Fortnite are still in early access so do not be alarmed. Simply, click pre-order, and you will be prompted with all the purchasable editions of Escape From Tarkov. 

We've more details on what the game is about and how to install it from your profile here.

Can I Buy It Anywhere Else?

While we understand that patience is wearing thin in the community, we do not currently recommend purchasing Escape From Tarkov from any third-party websites yet.

The prices will be different from the official website, and it will not be as easy to redeem a code on Escape From Tarkov.