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"We vibe coded a new Epic Games Launcher" because "programming is hard", announce company we're somehow supposed to see as a serious Steam competitor
Epic Games has released a preview of a new version of its launcher, which it claims is faster and more responsive than Steam, using a concept termed "vibe coding" and an "AI-first" approach. The company's CEO, Tim Sweeney, has emphasized a push for "maximum AI acceleration." This new tech stack, rewritten from the ground up, aims to improve load times and system performance, though initial features are light.
Asha Sharma announces Xbox Labs project to "explore new technology," which sure sounds like tinkering with old games through AI
Asha Sharma announced the creation of Xbox Labs, a new R&D initiative focused on exploring emerging technologies like AI for game remixing and rejigging. While Microsoft clarified AI usage won't be mandatory, the initiative aims to turn new ideas into player experiences, potentially by decompiling and rebuilding old games or making new ones more moddable. The article expresses skepticism about the initiative's true goals, linking it to recent layoffs and a focus on existing franchises.
‘We Vibe Coded a New Epic Games Launcher’ – Epic’s New Store App Was Built Using AI
Epic Games has revealed that its new Epic Games Store launcher was developed using artificial intelligence, a move described as 'vibe coding.' This announcement follows earlier reports of an increased focus on AI within the company.
Fortnite is coming to Linux once Epic improves Easy Anti-Cheat
Epic Games plans to bring Fortnite to Linux by rebuilding its Easy Anti-Cheat system to support the operating system. This initiative aims to make the game playable on Linux distributions and will also provide improvements to other developers. While Steam Deck compatibility is being discussed with Valve, it is not yet supported by the new EAC Linux v2 solution.
Epic says its new 'vibe coded' Epic Games Store launcher is faster than Steam
Epic Games has released a new preview client for its Epic Games Store launcher, claiming it is significantly faster than Steam. The rebuild, which Epic refers to as 'vibe coded,' features a redesigned library and utilizes AI tools for development. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney is bullish on AI's potential to enhance game development across the company.
'The Library Loads 30x Faster’ – The New, Much Speedier Epic Games Launcher Has Arrived
The newly rebuilt Epic Games Launcher is now available in preview, promising significantly faster load times compared to its previous version and Steam. This update focuses on improving the user experience through enhanced performance.
Evening Reading - October 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers upcoming game releases like Mina the Hollower and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, a review of Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and news regarding F-Zero GX cheat codes and Capcom's Resident Evil remakes on Nintendo Switch. The article also touches on Epic Games' AI pivot, Apple's new home entertainment products, and the passing of FPS level designer Richard Gray.
Games Inbox: What video game console is best to get for Christmas?
Readers debate which console to purchase for Christmas, weighing the merits of the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Discussions touch on upcoming games like Grand Theft Auto 6 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, alongside opinions on Gears of War: E-Day and concerns about AI in game development.
Xbox Labs is the company’s response to recent game mods and decompilations
Xbox has launched Xbox Labs, a new initiative focused on exploring emerging technologies like AI for game development and player experiences. This comes in response to the growing trend of AI-powered game mods and decompilations, which have enabled games like Call of Duty: Black Ops and Minecraft to run in browsers or be combined with other titles.
Epic Games Confirmes AI Embracing as New Norm
Epic Games is undergoing a significant organizational shift to "maximum AI acceleration," according to CEO Tim Sweeney. The company aims to leverage AI to enable its developers to create more and better content, with similar benefits intended for studios using Unreal Engine. This move includes an "AI-first" development model for some projects, potentially involving AI-generated code and artwork, though Epic emphasizes human oversight.
AI Couldn’t Have Made Star Wars: Galactic Racer’s Biddy Blas
The article discusses Epic Games' reported "AI first" production model for an upcoming Star Wars shooter, contrasting it with the unique character design of Biddy Blas from Star Wars: Galactic Racer. It implies that an AI-driven approach may lack the creative spark needed for memorable characters.
Fortnite Dev Reportedly Delays New Marvel/Star Wars Shooter Amid “AI Acceleration” Push
Epic Games has reportedly delayed an unannounced shooter collaboration with Disney featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters, shifting its development focus towards an "AI first" production model. CEO Tim Sweeney announced a company-wide pivot to "maximum AI acceleration" to build better content faster, impacting existing projects and potentially altering the development of future titles.
Ex-Fortnite producer says AI controversy "is mostly for show" as Epic Games faces backlash for its new…
A former Fortnite producer, Aakash Gupta, suggests that Epic Games' recent pivot towards AI acceleration is largely performative, stating that the company has always moved quickly when its CEO, Tim Sweeney, decides on a new direction. Gupta argues that Epic's integration of AI tools into Unreal Engine bypasses industry backlash and that most developers will adopt these features regardless of public debate. He believes the industry's current AI controversy is 'mostly for show,' as many developers are already using AI in their workflows.
Epic Games/Disney Shooter Delayed Due to AI
A collaborative extraction shooter between Epic Games and Disney has been delayed and is reportedly shifting towards an 'AI first' production model, with memos urging staff to rely heavily on AI for code and art generation. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney seemingly confirmed this pivot towards AI acceleration, though the article expresses skepticism about the approach and its potential impact on quality and job security, especially following recent layoffs.
Epic Games to make first big budget AI-only game with new Disney shooter
Epic Games is shifting to an 'AI first' development model, impacting an unannounced Marvel and Star Wars shooter. CEO Tim Sweeney confirmed the pivot aims to accelerate development using AI tools like Anthropic's Claude, with human input primarily for guidance. This move has reportedly caused concern among developers, with some expressing dismay at the prospect of AI generating game assets and code.
Epic Games undergoes "huge pivot" for "maximum AI acceleration" amid reports of Disney shooter delay…
Epic Games is reportedly delaying a Disney extraction shooter to pivot towards AI-accelerated development, instructing teams to use generative AI for art and code. CEO Tim Sweeney confirmed a "huge pivot" to maximize AI acceleration across the company, aiming to enable developers to build more and better content using Unreal Engine. This shift has drawn criticism, especially following recent layoffs.
Tim Sweeney says Epic Games 'aims to survive AI revolution' with AI pivot
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney announced a significant pivot towards artificial intelligence, aiming to "survive the AI revolution" by retooling developers for "maximum AI acceleration." The company intends to leverage AI to enable teams using Unreal Engine to create more and better content faster. This move aligns with broader industry trends, as companies like Google and Netflix are also integrating generative AI into their operations.
Epic’s Delays Disney Shooter to Unknown Date, Embraces “AI-First” Development – Rumor
Epic Games has reportedly delayed a Disney-collaborative shooter, featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters, to an unknown date and is embracing an "AI-first" development policy. This shift involves generating all art with AI and prioritizing AI-accelerated workflows, a move that has reportedly caused internal concern and slower-than-expected progress, impacting Disney's investment.
'Our humble goal is to survive the AI revolution' says Epic Games CEO, as its Star Wars and Marvel crossover…
Epic Games is undergoing a significant pivot towards an 'AI first' development model, delaying an unannounced Star Wars and Marvel shooter indefinitely. CEO Tim Sweeney stated the company's goal is to 'survive the AI revolution' by enabling developers to build more and better content faster, though the article expresses skepticism about the industry's approach to generative AI.
"No more hand-written code": Epic reportedly impose "AI-first" model on creators of new Disney shooter with Marvel and Star Wars characters
Epic Games is reportedly mandating an "AI-first" production model for an unannounced Disney shooter featuring Marvel and Star Wars characters, leading to its indefinite delay. Developers are instructed to use AI for art and code generation, a move that has caused internal dissent and reflects Epic's broader push into generative AI, despite recent layoffs and a downturn in Fortnite engagement.
