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LS-0027: Launch Failed in the Epic Games Launcher

You may see this error code if there is a problem with your network connection or desktop shortcut. 

Check the Epic Games server status

Check the Epic Games Server Status (Opens in a new tab) page to make sure all systems are operational and to see additional details for any active incidents. If the Epic Games Launcher is affected by an outage or system-wide failure, your issue may be fixed when the outage is resolved and you can try launching the game again. 

Create a new Desktop Shortcut

If you're receiving the LS-0027 error when trying to launch a game via desktop shortcut, please try the following:

  1. Delete the current game desktop shortcut.

  2. Open the Epic Games Launcher.

  3. Find the game in your Library.

  4. Select Manage.

  5. Click on Create Desktop Shortcut.

Network connection troubleshooting

A connection issue could prevent you from being able to successfully use the Epic Games Launcher or any other Epic Games product. Make sure to run through all our common network troubleshooting steps in How to troubleshoot connection issues.