Installation

Welcome to Everquest 2! Let's get the game installed so you can start playing.

System requirements
These days, most computers can run Everquest 2. Here are the system requirements stated by SOE:

Downloading the game using the patcher
You can download all or part of the EQ2 game over the internet. If you're an existing customer returning to the game or need to reinstall the game, click on the link below to download the EverQuest II Installer. The installer will automatically update any missing expansions that are registered to your EQ2 account, and can also download optional features such as voice-overs if you wish.
 * EverQuest II Installer (Size: 15MB)

Downloading the game manual
Sony keeps the Everquest 2 Manual up-to-date in electronic format. It's well written, and in many ways superior to this Beginners Guide. You can download the latest version of the manual from the following location:
 * Everquest II Manual in PDF Format