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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.
Here Are The Best (And Worst) Ways To Share Your Game Library With Friends And Family
This guide compares the game library sharing options across major platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S. It details how Steam offers the most robust family sharing, while Xbox's Home Xbox feature is ideal for two-person sharing. Other platforms like Epic Games Store, EA App, and Ubisoft Connect have limited or no formal game sharing features.
The Epic Games Launcher will be available on Linux 'soon' says dev, after it's had a bit of work
An Epic Games developer has indicated that the Epic Games Store launcher will soon be available natively on Linux. While not part of the preview release, the developer stated that more work is required beyond simply having a build that can run on the operating system. This development aligns with a growing trend of increased Linux support in the gaming space, with other storefronts like GOG also preparing Linux versions.
Heroic Games Launcher gets a slick full-screen console-like mode
Heroic Games Launcher version 2.21 introduces a new full-screen, console-like mode designed for gamepad navigation, enhancing its usability on TV PCs. This update also adds a Deals page for GOG promotions, achievement support for GOG games, and the ability to pick game covers from SteamGridDB. A native Windows Arm64 build is also now available.
Heroic Games Launcher 2.20.0 brings numerous important bug fixes
The Heroic Games Launcher has released version 2.20.0, introducing numerous bug fixes and improvements for running games from Epic Games Store and GOG on Linux and SteamOS. Key fixes include interface issues, offline support for certain Epic titles, improved GOG error handling, and restored functionality for How Long To Beat details.
