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Epic Games unveils faster beta launcher, joking that programming is hard
Original: Epic Games vibe codes new launcher because 'programming is hard,' claims it starts 46% faster than Steam — Preview is available now but still in beta stage [Updated]
Epic Games has released a preview of its redesigned games launcher, now in beta. The company says the new app starts 46% faster than Valve's Steam, and has attracted attention for joking that it 'vibe coded' the software because 'programming is hard.' The preview is available now, though the launcher remains in beta and details on full release are unclear.
Why now: Epic's cheeky 'vibe coding' remark and its claim of outperforming Steam have sparked discussion among gamers and developers.
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