Epic Games is previewing a new version of the Epic Games Store launcher, which it says is “way faster” than Steam. The company describes the update as a “total rebuild” of the EGS client and is rolling it out in beta form rather than as a full release.
Epic frames the launcher refresh with its “vibe coded” phrase, adding that “programming is hard.” Outlets report that the launcher is described as “light on features,” though Epic says it includes at least a shopping cart. The Verge also reports that the refreshed launcher adds Linux support, while other coverage emphasizes the performance claims and the fact that the redesign is intended to improve speed.
Across the reports, the key points are Epic’s public performance comparison to Steam, the preview/beta timing, and the company’s dual messaging: emphasizing technical rebuilds and AI-assisted development while using informal language to describe parts of the process.
