Windows 10: Why won't my Epic Games Launcher open?

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  1. NOAH ABRAM
    noah abram Win User

    Why won't my Epic Games Launcher open?


    Hello,A couple weeks ago I was having some issues with an old Wi-Fi pcie adapter that was causing my computer to restart anytime it would try to install new drivers. So we have taken out the old adapter but when we did that it caused my epic games launcher to not want to open. What will happen is I will click open, it will start up and run for a couple of seconds and then the program will close. I have tried all troubleshooting options that the Epic Games support forum has given and still have yet to be successful. I have tried other options such as installing it onto a thumb drive and trying

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    noah abram, Jan 20, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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  2. GREG CARMACK - WINDOWS MVP 2010-2020
    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020 Win User

    Epic Games launcher- 0xc000007b error

    Hi Guhan. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

    Try these fixes for Try these fixes for the error 0xc000007b Epic Games Launcher failure to launch:

    https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/epic-games...

    https://bestgamingtips.com/fix-epic-games-launc...

    https://appuals.com/fix-epic-games-launcher-won...

    (Avoid ad links which intrude into editorial copy, especially avoid Restoro, PC Repair Tool and Reimage ads)

    https://wethegeek.com/how-to-quickly-fix-epic-g...

    https://www.lifewire.com/fix-launcher-not-worki...



    Feel free to ask back any questions. Please report back detailed results for each step, and each step in each link, so I know what else to suggest.



    ______________________________________________

    Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.
     
    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-2020, Jan 20, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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  3. GREG CARMACK
    Greg Carmack Win User
    Trouble installing epic games launcher

    Hi William. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.

    Try these fixes for failure to install Epic Games launcher:

    https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/epic-games...

    https://thedroidguy.com/epic-games-launcher-won...

    https://www.totaluninstaller.com/program-uninst...

    https://www.epicgames.com/help/en-US/epic-games...

    https://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/epic...

    How to Repair Epic Games Launcher if is Not Loading Properly (Avoid ad links which intrude into editorial copy, especially avoid Restoro, PC Repair Tool and Reimage ads)

    https://www.lifewire.com/fix-launcher-not-worki...

    https://wethegeek.com/how-to-quickly-fix-epic-g...





    Feel free to ask back any questions. Please report back results for all steps given so I know what else to suggest if necessary.

    ______________________________________________

    Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.
     
    Greg Carmack, Jan 20, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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  4. TOPBEASTMASON
    TopBeastMason Win User

    Why won't my Epic Games Launcher open?

    Epic Games Launcher

    I got this computer from my step dad, he got it from his insurance company. When I open Epic Games launcher I can see the logo but the rest is blank. Is there a file I need to remove? I really would love any suggestions

    *Moved from Virus and Malware forum by moderator*
     
    TopBeastMason, Jan 20, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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