2K Has Finally Shut Down Its Own Launcher

Gaming publisher 2K has announced that it will shut down its dedicated PC game launcher, bringing welcome news to PC gamers frustrated with multiple gaming platforms. The move means players can now access 2K’s popular game lineup directly through Steam and Epic Games Store with minimal additional steps.

The shutdown affects a wide range of beloved game franchises, including BioShock, Civilization, and Mafia. Most games can now be launched directly from Steam or Epic, with only a few titles requiring slight configuration adjustments. Specifically, games like BioShock, The Quarry, and Marvel’s Midnight Suns can be played immediately without any extra launcher. The Mafia: Definitive Edition Trilogy, XCOM 2, and XCOM Chimera Squad will need some minor setup, while Civilization 6 remains largely unaffected since its launcher support was already removed earlier this year.

PC gamers have responded enthusiastically to the launcher’s shutdown, celebrating on social media and online forums. Many are expressing hope that other publishers with standalone launchers, such as EA, Ubisoft, and Rockstar, might consider following 2K’s example. The community sees this as a significant win, potentially reducing the complexity of launching and managing multiple gaming platforms.

While widespread launcher consolidation remains uncertain, this development represents a positive step toward simplifying the PC gaming experience. Players can now access 2K’s games with greater ease, removing a common source of frustration in the gaming community and potentially signaling a broader trend in how publishers manage their game distribution platforms.

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