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Epic Games Launcher Faces Criticism from Users

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  • Epic Games Store launcher continues to face user dissatisfaction.

  • Tim Sweeney acknowledges the need for improvements in the launcher.

  • Epic strives to enhance features while dealing with negative perceptions.

Kaan Demirel
Last updated: 8 May, 2025 - 12:50 am 12:50 am
Kaan Demirel 3 weeks ago
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The Epic Games Store launcher has been a topic of debate among gamers, with many expressing dissatisfaction with its performance. Despite being a competitor in the digital games marketplace, it has struggled to offer a user-friendly experience comparable to rivals like Steam. Over time, Epic Games has made some strides in improving its launcher, but user feedback continues to highlight lingering issues. As gamers look for smooth and convenient access to their library, such problems can significantly influence platform preference.

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How Does Epic Plan to Address User Dissatisfaction?What Sets Steam Apart from Epic?Can Epic Overcome Negative Perceptions?

Epic has received mixed reviews in past comparisons, often rated lower than competitors such as Steam and GOG Galaxy due to slower performance and fewer features. While some updates have been made, users frequently note Epic’s launcher remains less intuitive. This discrepancy in user experience continues to impact its reputation in the gaming community. Gamers often stress the importance of seamless access and diverse features, which platforms like Steam seem to consistently deliver more effectively.

How Does Epic Plan to Address User Dissatisfaction?

“One of the reasons that people characterize the Epic Games launcher as clunky is because the Epic Games launcher is clunky,” said Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney. “We need to improve this.”

Sweeney acknowledged the need for enhancement and promised better quality of life features. The varied experiences of users, influenced by factors like internet connectivity and distance from content delivery networks, pose a challenge in standardizing improvements across the board.

What Sets Steam Apart from Epic?

A comparison with Steam is unavoidable, as it has set a benchmark for performance and features in game launchers. Steam’s fluidity and ease of use often overshadow Epic’s attempts to match its offerings. Although Sweeney maintains Epic should not mirror Steam exactly, he recognizes the importance of making Epic as convenient and enjoyable. Despite these intentions, many users feel Epic’s launcher has yet to fully address these areas, maintaining their preference for Steam.

Can Epic Overcome Negative Perceptions?

Sweeney also highlighted challenges such as negative campaigns from some Steam users targeting developers who use Epic Online Services. This tension underscores the competitive environment in the gaming platform space. Epic’s vision centers on connectivity and cross-platform play, which may gradually address these negative perceptions if successfully implemented. Yet, how quickly Epic can bridge the gap in user experience remains uncertain.

Sweeney’s optimistic view of Epic eventually surpassing Steam underscores strategic ambitions as gaming becomes more multi-platform. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for gamers deciding between platforms. For those dissatisfied, alternatives like GOG Galaxy offer an option to access Epic games more efficiently. Factors such as users’ preference for seamless integration and diverse features will play a pivotal role in shaping the future landscape of digital gaming stores.

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Kaan Demirel
By Kaan Demirel
Kaan Demirel is a 28-year-old gaming enthusiast residing in Ankara. After graduating from the Statistics department of METU, he completed his master's degree in computer science. Kaan has a particular interest in strategy and simulation games and spends his free time playing competitive games and continuously learning new things about technology and game development. He is also interested in electric vehicles and cyber security. He works as a content editor at NewsLinker, where he leverages his passion for technology and gaming.
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