https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/steam-client-now-launches-faster-than-epic-s-new-launcherContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/steam-client-now-launches-faster-than-epic-s-new-launcherhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/steam-client-now-launches-faster-than-epic-s-new-launcher#u142607Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:36:13 +0000Valve has reclaimed the startup speed advantage over Epic Games following a rapid software update. Epic released a preview version of its rebuilt launcher boasting a boot time of approximately 5.47 seconds. Within twenty-four hours, Valve deployed a silent client update that reduced Steam cold startup times to 5.23 seconds. Testing places Steam narrowly ahead of its competitor, though exact testing conditions and broader performance metrics remain unclear.Why it mattersEpic Games recently introduced a preview version of its completely rebuilt client, dubbed a vibe-coded launcher, specifically