Epic Games unveils AI-assisted launcher with faster load times
Epic Games launched a redesigned Epic Games Launcher on October 14, 2026, calling it a ‘vibe-coded’ project to simplify development. The new version uses AI to generate code, with Epic joking that ‘programming is hard.’ The launcher claims a 46% faster cold-start time—5.47 seconds to open the store versus Steam’s 10.07 seconds—and quicker library restoration (0.36 seconds vs. Steam’s 0.42…
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- Epic Games launched a preview of its AI-assisted launcher on October 14, 2026, calling it ‘vibe-coded’ due to development challenges
- Cold-start time is 5.47 seconds versus Steam’s 10.07 seconds, a 46% improvement, with faster library restoration at 0.36 seconds
- Preview includes cross-service party chat and Linux support, but Epic warns some features remain unfinished for now
The preview is available on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with existing accounts and game data carrying over. Epic warns some features remain unfinished and advises Fortnite and Rocket League players to stick with the old launcher for now. The company also announced plans to bring Fortnite to Linux via the new launcher after Easy Anti-Cheat support is finalized. Separately, Bloomberg reported Epic ordered developers on an upcoming Marvel and Star Wars shooter to adopt an ‘AI-first’ approach, using tools like Anthropic’s Claude for code and artwork after a Disney collaboration delay. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney later confirmed the company’s broader AI push to aid content creation.
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Epic Games says it vibe coded new launcher because “programming is hard”
dexerto.com · 14 October 2026
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