Epic Games is rebuilding its Epic Games Launcher software from the ground up, targeting a 5x faster cold start time and 6.5x faster restoration from the system tray.

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Who

Epic Games, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney, Epic Games Store Vice President and General Manager Steven Allison

What

Epic Games is rebuilding its Epic Games Launcher software from the ground up, targeting a 5x faster cold start time and 6.5x faster restoration from the system tray.

When

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:32:55 GMT · 4h 32m ago

Where

Chicago ·

Why

The rebuild addresses user criticism regarding the launcher's slow performance and frustrating navigation, which Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney previously acknowledged as 'clunky'.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This overhaul aims to enhance user experience for Epic Games Store users by significantly improving software performance and addressing long-standing complaints about launcher speed.

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https://www.pcguide.com/news/clunky-epic-games-launcher-is-getting-a-ground-up-rebuild-that-promises-to-be-at-least-5x-faster/
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